Conditions
There are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. Here, learn about the most common ones, including osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis), rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and juvenile inflammatory arthritis, as well as gout, psoriatic arthritis, fibromyalgia and more.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
An inflammatory disease of the joints, RA can lead to long-term joint damage, resulting in chronic pain and disability.
Osteoarthritis
Sometimes called degenerative joint disease, OA is the most common type of arthritis, affecting nearly 27 million Americans.
Juvenile Arthritis
Children as young as infants are affected by autoimmune forms of arthritis which can cause joint and other issues.
Fibromyalgia
Marked by muscle pain and areas that are sensitive to pressure, fibro is confusing and often misunderstood.
Osteoporosis
A condition, sometimes called brittle bone disease, in which the bones become fragile and prone to fracture.
Back Pain
One of the most common health conditions in the U.S., back pain affects 50 to 80 percent of adults.
Other Conditions
Information, news and research updates about gout, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, TMJ and more.
