Arthritis on older people
There are different types of arthritis that inflict older people. It’s very uncommon to see young people who suffer from arthritis because it’s particularly more common on older people. The cause of a person’s arthritis can vary depending on what type of arthritis the person has. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis which can be caused simply by age or through a joint infection or joint trauma. Another type of arthritis is rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis afflicts 1% of the world’s population and about 70% of that are women. It is caused by synovitis and it can be very painful if left untreated. Another type of arthritis is gouty arthritis which is an effect of uric acid deposition on your joints. Aside from these 3, there are still other types of arthritis so it’s best to get a check-up to figure out what type of arthritis you have so you can get the right treatment for it.
Arthritis can deform your hands where your fingers could turn or be on a very strange angle. Arthritis can be disabling and painful that you can’t get any use for it. If left untreated, the deformation would continue and the pain would get even worse.
Although arthritis can be disabling and painful, it is not a condition that can be fatal. It can be treated too so you don’t need to suffer from it all your life. Medication and exercising of the joints are vital to relieve the pain and to avoid any further damage.
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April 2nd, 2010 at 6:32 pm
Interesting subject, thank you for dedicating to it some space on your blog
April 16th, 2010 at 4:53 am
Individuals who are struggling with arthritis could certainly benefit from participating in programs such as the Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Program, aquatic programs, exercise programs, and self-help programs.