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Cartilage. This is a from of connective tissue that covers the bone at the joint it is normally strong and smooth and along with the lubrication of synovial fluid makes a smoothly operating painless joint. Arthritis can be caused through many different processes but it always involved the destruction of the Cartilage to get the ball rolling
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How does obesity cause arthritis?
Obesity causes arthritis because the person is heavier there is more pressure on there joints which can wear away some of the cartilage inside the joint and then you would need more synoval fluid to lubricate the joint to stop the friction on it causing pain or getting stuck
What happens if arthritis destroys cartillage in a joint?
then the joint has no cartilage. Cartilage is a tough low friction coating that covers the bone where they form joints it has no nerves that can sense pain. However once it is gone the bone begins to rub directly against bone. Bones do feel pain when damaged. as the bone wears away at its opposing bone in the joint it begins to try and repair itself and that creates ridges or lipping that cause more pain and stiffness in the joint this process can be accompanied by inflammation leading to deformity surrounding the joint.
What does arthritis pain do to your bones?
The pain from arthritis does nothing to your bones. However arthritis will bring about a situation where a bone becomes worn where it should not be, and will cause bone buildup where there should not be any bone, which in turn will cause more pain.
What developments associated with juvenile arthritis interfere with movement in the joint?
cartilage along the articular surfaces of the bones may be attacked and destroyed, and the bone, articular capsule, and ligaments may begin to be worn away (eroded).
How young can you get arthritis?
People can get arthritis at any age. There are many different forms of arthritis some of which are the result of an inherent physical disorder. some forms of arthritis are the result of wear and tear on the joints yet others happen because of injury such as broken bones.There are also forms of arthritis that come with age, and cause a generalized pain and inflammation in joints all over the body.
How does obesity cause arthritis?
Obesity causes arthritis because the person is heavier there is more pressure on there joints which can wear away some of the cartilage inside the joint and then you would need more synoval fluid to lubricate the joint to stop the friction on it causing pain or getting stuck
Is knee joint pain a symptom of arthritis?
Symptoms of arthritis in the knee include limited range of motion, stiffness of the knee, swelling and tenderness of the joint, and pain of the knee. If you suffer from more than one of these symptoms, you should consult your doctor right away.
How does arthritis affect cartilage?
Cartilage being worn away is a major part of the symptoms of arthritis in the joints, However it is not the cause of arthritis. A lack of cartilage is a part of arthritis.
Jaw hurts on one side at the joint?
The inflammation can be part of arthritis and if it doesn't go away I suggest you see your doctor as arthritis can turn out to be a debilitating disease if left untreated. On the other hand it may be an infection caused by one of your teeth.
Is bad cv joint dangerous to drive?
Yes. What usually happens is the neoprene boot that covers the joint wears out and breaks. This allows contaminants to enter the joint and grease to be washed away. The CV joint's days are numbered after this happens. You have a limited amount of time to get it fixed before it fails. If it does fail, it is a safety issue. Not only will it cause severe damage to your car, but it could cause a serious accident.
How does arthritis function?
The rule of thumb with arthritis is that the cartilage is worn away in joints leading to joint pain stiffness and in some cases total dist ruction and deformity. the causes for this disease and there are over 1000 different forms are mostly not yet understood.
Could juvenile rheumatoid arthritis go away after 16 years?
It has to, JA is arthritis under the age of 16 years. however JA is ikely to clear up into adulthood.
What happens if arthritis destroys cartillage in a joint?
then the joint has no cartilage. Cartilage is a tough low friction coating that covers the bone where they form joints it has no nerves that can sense pain. However once it is gone the bone begins to rub directly against bone. Bones do feel pain when damaged. as the bone wears away at its opposing bone in the joint it begins to try and repair itself and that creates ridges or lipping that cause more pain and stiffness in the joint this process can be accompanied by inflammation leading to deformity surrounding the joint.
If you child has had a problem with her shoulder before and its ocurring again could she have arthritis?
That is quite possible I as a child had problems with my leg at around age 7 onwards it eventually went away, however we should have checked for arthritis at the time as this would quite likely have saved me a lot of problems later on in life as I was eventually diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis which caused major damage to many of my joints. Check on it in order to avoid situations where joint replacement is the only treatment .
Can kids be affected by arthritis?
Yes, kids can be effected by arthritis. This is called Juvenile Arthritis. It usually goes away after puberty.
Why does flu cause joint aches?
While influenza is a virus that specifically targets the respiratory tract, it does have an impact on the total body causing fatigue, fever, and muscle and joint aches.Joint aches occur from a form of mild arthritisthat occurs with influenza. There are over 100 causes of arthritis, and a viral origin is one of these causes. In arthritis related to viral infections, immune complexes that form as a result of the body's attempt to rid itself of the virus, may be deposited in the joints and result in a temporary arthritis. In this case, the virus itself does not settle in the cells, rather the body's own immune response to the virus causes the joint achiness. Once the virus is gone, the body's immune response settles down.In general, arthritis resulting from a viral infection such as influenza:Generally affects joints throughout the bodyOften felt as joint achiness, rather than joint swelling, redness or tendernessUsually is accompanied by a mild feverOften begins gradually following viral infectionNot cured by antibiotics. It usually goes away on its own (14)
What causes creaking joints in arthritis?
The sinovial fluids and cartilage between normal healthy joints keep them moving freely and without pain. Arthritis is a situation where the cartilage which keeps the joint moving smoothly is destroyed or worn away. When this happens it is bone on bone and the friction causes creaking.
