Throughout your life, you’ve probably heard an aging person joke about their stiffening joints. “I’m just getting old,” they'll say. To an extent, there is truth to that remark. Even so, as you age, ...

Arthritis is a widespread condition that leads to pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints, often worsening with age. Although it can affect anyone, it is most common among older adults. There ...

Patients often visit medical offices with aching hands, shoulders, knees and other joints. This pain is usually referred to as arthritis, a somewhat generic term for the pain that comes from inside a ...

Osteoarthritis most commonly affects the knees ("Think of how many people get knee replacements," Dr. Azar says), as well as the hips and hands. While it is genetic, and can be associated with trauma, ...

Arthritis is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It is not a single disease but rather an umbrella term that encompasses over 100 types of joint ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I would like to know how to treat arthritis. I have been using Voltaren per my doctor's orders, but it does not seem to be helping much. I have also been taking ibuprofen, but I am ...

TAUNTON — Dr. Vanessa Lund, a Morton Hospital-affiliated orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the hand and upper extremities answers common questions about arthritis. Q: What is arthritis? A: ...

Arthritis is a common condition most people will struggle with at some point in their life. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, or “wear and tear” arthritis, that happens as we age or ...

Ellen was a healthy 75-year-old who looked younger than her years. Her gnarled, twisted fingers made her self conscious, though, and interfered with many simple every day activities. Jeff had a ...

Arthritis is a widespread condition in the UK, especially among those aged 60 and over. While some level of discomfort can be a natural part of ageing, ongoing or worsening symptoms may indicate a ...