Different Types of Arthritis

Arthritis is a general condition, which involves the damage of the bones, specially the joints. The joints are places where two bones meet like hands, hips, elbows, or knees. Arthritis causes pain, stiffness, inflammation, and swelling of the joints.

Over time due to wear and tear of the bones and old age, people start to feel stiff, sore and in pain in some parts of their bodies, specially the joints area. People at the age of fifty, and above usually start to complain about these symptoms, and complains about pain and mobility problem. Arthritis is also the leading cause of disability to some people due to the pain and inflammation of the affected area. This disease can last for a long period or recurs, which can lead to tissue damage.

There are different types of arthritis, and according to doctors, there are 100 types of arthritis in the medical book.

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