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Arthritis affects over 54 million people in the U.S., with more than 100 different types categorized mainly into degenerative and inflammatory arthritis, each affecting various body parts and requiring specific treatments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Osteoarthritis, the most common form, affects joints like hands, knees, and hips, with symptoms worsening over time, and while there is no cure, treatments include anti-inflammatory drugs and physical therapies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune form of inflammatory arthritis, causes joint pain and damage throughout the body, with treatments focusing on symptom management through immunosuppressants and physiotherapy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Juvenile arthritis encompasses all forms of arthritis affecting children under 16, with treatments aiming for early detection and management through medication, exercise, and a balanced diet to minimize symptoms.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
After running a marathon or hitting the gym after a few months off, you expect some aches and soreness. But what if the pain you\u2019re experiencing isn\u2019t related to strenuous activity? If you have swelling, <\/span>pain<\/span>, and stiffness in the joints, it is likely arthritis. Arthritis is a prevalent condition that impacts more than 54 million people in the United States and often worsens with age. It\u2019s not a one catch-all, though. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis that impact joints, tissues surrounding the joints, and connective tissue, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (<\/span>CDC<\/span><\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n8 types of arthritis<\/span><\/h2>\nThere are two main categories of arthritis: degenerative and inflammatory. \u201cDegenerative arthritis includes osteoarthritis, which is the most common form of arthritis, while inflammatory arthritis includes immune-mediated arthritic conditions that involve the immune system,\u201d explains Jenny Bennett, ND, founder of <\/span>Aria Integrative Medicine<\/span><\/a>. The symptoms and parts of the body that are affected depends significantly on the type of arthritis you have. Here\u2019s an overview.<\/span><\/p>\n
Arthritis affects over 54 million people in the U.S., with more than 100 different types categorized mainly into degenerative and inflammatory arthritis, each affecting various body parts and requiring specific treatments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Osteoarthritis, the most common form, affects joints like hands, knees, and hips, with symptoms worsening over time, and while there is no cure, treatments include anti-inflammatory drugs and physical therapies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune form of inflammatory arthritis, causes joint pain and damage throughout the body, with treatments focusing on symptom management through immunosuppressants and physiotherapy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Juvenile arthritis encompasses all forms of arthritis affecting children under 16, with treatments aiming for early detection and management through medication, exercise, and a balanced diet to minimize symptoms.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
After running a marathon or hitting the gym after a few months off, you expect some aches and soreness. But what if the pain you\u2019re experiencing isn\u2019t related to strenuous activity? If you have swelling, <\/span>pain<\/span>, and stiffness in the joints, it is likely arthritis. Arthritis is a prevalent condition that impacts more than 54 million people in the United States and often worsens with age. It\u2019s not a one catch-all, though. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis that impact joints, tissues surrounding the joints, and connective tissue, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (<\/span>CDC<\/span><\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n There are two main categories of arthritis: degenerative and inflammatory. \u201cDegenerative arthritis includes osteoarthritis, which is the most common form of arthritis, while inflammatory arthritis includes immune-mediated arthritic conditions that involve the immune system,\u201d explains Jenny Bennett, ND, founder of <\/span>Aria Integrative Medicine<\/span><\/a>. The symptoms and parts of the body that are affected depends significantly on the type of arthritis you have. Here\u2019s an overview.<\/span><\/p>\n8 types of arthritis<\/span><\/h2>\n