Arthritis is a condition that can cause the joints to become inflamed, causing pain and stiffness. Joint pain can make it difficult to go on with your day-to-day activities or fall into a restful sleep. This guide talks about the types of arthritis, its causes and symptoms, and some of the treatment options for the
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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
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Osteoarthritis of the knee causes pain, stiffness, and swelling that can make it hard to get up and move. However, exercise is one of the best things you can do for your knees if you have arthritis. There are different types of exercise that can reduce pain and even prevent some further damage to the
Read MoreNew Implant Improves Pain and Function for Big Toe
Patients suffering from painful osteoarthritis (OA) in the big toe joint are now finding relief from a new surgical implant that has been restoring motion and reducing pain. OACM’s foot and ankle specialist Patrick Maloney, MD, was one of the first orthopedic surgeons in Maryland to implant The Cartiva® Synthetic Cartilage Implant (Cartiva SCI) to
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