The most common cause of chronic joint pain and disability is arthritis. The three most common forms
of this disease are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and traumatic arthritis.
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 Osteoarthritis
This is the "wear and tear" type of arthritis. It usually occurs after the age of 50, although it can
happen earlier and usually in an individual with a family history of arthritis. The cartilage that
cushions the bone breaks down and wears away, leaving the bones rubbing against each other. This causes
pain, stiffness, and loss of movement in the joint that worsens over time. This type of arthritis may
also be called degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the lining (the
synovium) of the joints. It starts with pain, swelling, warmth, redness, and stiffness around the
joints. Then the synovium thickens damaging the cartilage and the joint may lose its shape causing
more pain and loss of movement. RA affects more women than men. It is a systemic disease and can
affect other organs. It is chronic with flare-ups. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential.
Traumatic Arthritis
This is an arthritis that follows a serious injury to the joint. A knee or hip fracture or soft tissue
injury can damage the articular cartilage over time.
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