Joints

Pathological changes It is critically important that the infection is cleared rapidly to prevent the destruction of the joint. The prognosis of septic arthritis depends on several factors, including: What is causing the infection: Some kinds of microorganisms are more difficult to treat than others. How long the infection lasts: The longer an infection remains […]

Flatfeet is a condition that occurs when the inside arch of the foot disappears. It allows the entire bottom of the foot to touch the ground when a person is standing. Usually, flatfeet don’t cause any pain. The condition may occur during childhood when the arches that normally form in the foot as a child […]

Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis Even though there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, there are steps that can be taken to help control the symptoms. Medications are available for reducing joint inflammation, which will in turn decrease pain and slow down or prevent damage of the joints. Skilled therapists, such as physical and occupational therapists, […]

Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis Typically, signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include: Swollen, warm, and tender joints  Weight loss, fever, and fatigue  Firm lumps of tissue just under the skin on your arms (these are known as rheumatoid nodules) Stiffness on awakening that may persist for hours Early in the disease process, rheumatoid arthritis usually […]

What is rheumatoid arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, autoimmune, inflammatory ailment that most often damages the small joints in the feet and hands. It can affect other systems and bodily organs such as the blood vessels, the lungs, the skin, and the eyes. Osteoarthritis causes wear-and-tear damage of the joints, but rheumatoid arthritis damages […]

Septic arthritis symptoms The signs and symptoms of septic arthritis can vary depending on different factors. The last include the age and overall health of the patient and what medications they are taking. Typical signs and symptoms may include: Extreme pain in the affected joint that worsens with movement Redness, swelling, and increased warmth of […]

Pseudogout treatment There is no known cure available for the condition. Treatment for the pseudogout is focused on relieving pain and improving mobility and function in the joint. A combination of treatments is usually successful in accomplishing these goals. Medications for pseudogout treatment People may try to relieve the pain of pseudogout with over-the-counter medications […]

Symptoms of pseudogout Symptoms of pseudogout most often affect the knees. However, in some people, the ankles and wrists are also affected. Flare-ups of the condition tend to be intermittent, and during an episode of acute pseudogout, symptoms typically include: Joints that are swollen Increased warmth in affected joints Extreme pain in the affected joints […]

Osteochondritis dissecans symptoms Osteochondritis dissecans typically produces the following signs and symptoms: Pain. It is the most frequently occurring symptom of osteochondritis dissecans. It usually is made worse by activities like walking uphill, climbing upstairs, or participating in sports.  Joint locking or popping. The joints affected by osteochondritis dissecans can lock in one position or pop, especially […]

What does pseudogout mean? Pseudogout is also called calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, or CPPD. It is a form of arthritis, but unlike other forms of arthritis, which typically slowly develop, the symptoms of pseudogout come on suddenly. Like other types of arthritis, it is characterized by pain and swelling in one or several of the […]