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We’re the 10 million people living with arthritis. We’re the carers, researchers, health professionals, friends and parents all united in our ambition to ensure that one day, no one will have to live with the pain, fatigue and isolation that arthritis causes. We understand that every day is diferent.
a person with arthritis can be a challenge. In this booklet we’ll explain what arthritis is and the usual problems that affect people with it. We’ll discuss what caring generally involves, as well as offer practical advice on how to help someone with arthritis. We’ll answer the most common questions that carers ask and suggest where you
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint. In the UK, millions of people have arthritis or other, similar conditions that affect the joints. Arthritis affects people of all ages, including children.
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of joint disease, and the knee is one of the most commonly af ected joints. In this booklet we’ll explain how osteoarthritis of the knee develops, what causes it and how it can be treated. We’ll also give some hints and tips to help you manage your arthritis and suggest where you can fi nd out more.
What is pain? Many people with arthritis live with pain for years. This booklet explains what pain is and how the brain senses pain. It also describes some common conditions that can cause pain in and around joints, as well as the diferent methods for helping people to control long-term (chronic) pain.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common disease affecting joints. It is the wear and tear process that occurs in joints in varying degrees, most commonly in weight bearing joints. This condition involves the gradual roughening of the articular cartilage covering the ends of the bones making up the knee joint.
Osteoarthritis (os-tee-o-arth-ri-tus) is the most common form of arthritis, and the knee is one of the most commonly afected joints. Everyone’s joints go through a normal cycle of damage and repair during their lifetime, but sometimes the body’s process to repair our joints can cause changes in their shape or structure.
