What is Arthritis?

Description of the disease

Arthritis is a chronic joint disease characterized by progressive destruction of the joint cartilage tissue.

Classification

• By localization of the lesion: arthritis of large, small joints, spine.
• By severity: 1st degree - initial, 2nd degree - moderate, 3rd degree - severe arthritis.

Symptoms

• Pain and stiffness in the joints.
• Swelling and protrusion of the joint.
• Creaking during walking and movement.

Causes

Obesity, injuries, heredity, age, mechanical overload of joints.

Diagnostics

X-ray, MRI, blood tests.

Treatment

Physiotherapy, medication, massage, surgical intervention.

Prevention

• Proper nutrition and moderate physical activity.
• Avoiding injuries and overloads of joints.

Doctor

Rheumatologist.