Neck arthritis (also known as neck osteoarthritis or cervical spondylosis) is the degeneration of the joints, bones, and discs of the cervical spine of the neck. Neck arthritis is a common condition, ...

By Stephen Beech Arthritis begins long before the painful symptoms start to show, reveals new research. The seven-year study ...

Arthritis is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting millions of people worldwide. Yet, many fail to recognize its early warning signs, dismissing them as minor aches or stiffness. By the ...

“However, there are numerous studies that have shown that individuals can have abnormal blood tests such as anti-CCP for on average 3–5 years before they develop their first swollen joint. We call ...

Two distinguishing features of long-standing RA are “swan neck” deformities and boutonniere deformities of the fingers (Figure 1). 3 Swan neck deformities develop with hyperextension of the PIP joint ...

Every movement we make involves the joints. Walking around the block, waving hi to a friend, even typing on your computer. The constant use of our joints is exactly what makes arthritis (inflammation ...