General wear and tear of the joints which come with age is the usual trigger for arthritis. However, that can also vary depending on the form of arthritis that the patient has been diagnosed with. As well, those who suffer from arthritis will be affected by flares, which are periods of increased disease activity or worsening symptoms. There is no singular cause of arthritis, however possible causes of arthritis may include: injury, which may lead to degenerative arthritis; an abnormal metabolism, which can lead to gout or pseudogout; genetic inheritance, which may lead to osteoarthritis; infections, such as Lyme disease causing arthritis; or immune system dysfunction, like in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). If you or a family member are experiencing symptoms of arthritis and are looking to manage your pain or suspect that you may have arthritis, then contact us. We offer affordable treatment and diagnosis of both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Visit us online or in-person at one of our locations or call us to book an appointment or consultation now. We serve patients from Hoboken NJ, Jersey City NJ, Weehawken NJ, West New York NJ, Guttenberg NJ, Secaucus NJ, Harrison NJ, Kearny NJ, Newark NJ, Belleville NJ, North Bergen NJ and Lyndhurst NJ.