Women are more affected by arthritis than men. Arthritis is the number 1 cause of disability in America.
Arthritis means joint inflammation.
This is a general term that includes more than 100 kinds of rheumatic diseases. Rheumatic diseases are those affecting joints, muscles and connective tissue. It is usually chronic and lasts a life-time. Early warning signs can include pain, swelling, stiffness and limited movement around a joint that lasts more than two weeks.