Nearly 43 million Peoples have some form of arthritis or a related condition. Although there are over 100 different kinds of arthritis, most forms are characterized by swelling, warmth, redness, pain and stiffness of joints that can lead to loss of joint motion or function. However, with proper diagnosis and treatment, the signs and symptoms of arthritis can be controlled, joint damage can be limited or prevented, and joint motion and flexibility can be improved.

Because there are many effective and safe ways to minimize pain and loss of motion from arthritis, you need to work with your doctor and other appropriate health professionals to develop an effective, individualized treatment program. Your specific program will depend on many things such as the type of arthritis you have, how it affects you, the severity of the disease, and the joints affected. Your age, occupation, and leisure and everyday activities also influence which treatment program is appropriate for you. Your treatment will probably include a combination of :