Managing Joint Pain for Improved Mobility
Joint Pain FAQ
What is joint pain?
Joint pain is discomfort that arises from any joint. The medical word for joint pain is arthralgia. This is different to the word arthritis, which means inflammation of the joint, which causes pain and sometimes warmth, redness and/or swelling of the joint. A joint can be painful without being inflamed, or it can be both painful and inflamed.
What is the most common type of joint pain?
Knee pain was the most common complaint, followed by shoulder and hip pain. But joint pain can affect any part of your body, from your ankles and feet to your shoulders and hands. Osteoarthritis, a “wear and tear” disease, is the most common type of arthritis.
What causes joint pain?
You might feel pain in 1 joint, or more than 1 joint at the same time, such as your knees and hips. There are many possible causes of joint pain. It might be caused by an injury or a longer-lasting problem such as arthritis. Your symptoms might give you an idea what could be causing the pain. But do not self-diagnose, see a GP if you're worried.
What does joint pain feel like?
Joint discomfort is common and usually felt in your hands, feet, hips, knees or spine. Pain in your joints may be constant, or it can come and go. Sometimes, your joints can feel stiff, achy or sore. Some people complain of a burning, throbbing or “grating” sensation.
What is the medical word for joint pain?
The medical word for joint pain is arthralgia. This is different to the word arthritis, which means inflammation of the joint, which causes pain and sometimes warmth, redness and/or swelling of the joint. A joint can be painful without being inflamed, or it can be both painful and inflamed. See also the separate leaflet called Arthritis.
Is joint pain a symptom of a health condition?
Joint pain can be felt in the joints throughout your body. It may be a symptom of many different health conditions. Arthritis is the most common cause of joint pain. There are more than 100 kinds of arthritis. Joint pain may range from mild to severe. Treatments vary from simple at-home care to surgery, depending on your condition.
What is joint pain & how does it affect your body?
But joint pain can affect any part of your body, from your ankles and feet to your shoulders and hands. Osteoarthritis, a “wear and tear” disease, is the most common type of arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that happens when your body attacks its own tissues.
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