5 Common Types of Arthritis

Posted June 17, 2019 by Vivek Bhalla, MD Commonly associated with older age, arthritis affects more than 50 million Americans, including more than 300,000 children each year. There are over 100 different forms of arthritis. Depending on the type, it can be extremely painful and affect everyday activities or go relatively unnoticed and be easily managed for years.Simply put, arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints. Most individuals experience common symptoms like joint pain, swelling, stiffness and/or decreased range of motion.Here are 5 of the most common types of arthritis: Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and is usually caused by the overuse of joints, weather through physical activity, obesity or injuries - both past and present. This condition usually affects the weight-bearing joints, like knees, hips, feet and the spine and usually comes on gradually. Rheumatoid arthritis can be one of the most painful types of arthritis; it affects joints as well a...