Different Types of Arthritis
Arthritis is the inflammation of the joints, and some forms of arthritis can spread to other parts of the body as well. The inflammation generally causes pain, stiffness, and swelling. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, the two most common of which are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. About 55 million American adults have some form of arthritis, and by far the most common type is osteoarthritis – which affects more than 30 million Americans – according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a division of the U.S.… Read More
