What is Arthritis?
Arthritis is an inflammatory joint disease. Unlike osteoarthritis, an active inflammatory process is central here, leading to pain, swelling, and loss of function.
Since arthritis can have very different causes, an accurate diagnosis is crucial for the right treatment.
What are the symptoms of arthritis?
Typical symptoms include swollen, painful, and warm joints, pronounced morning stiffness, and restricted mobility. In some forms, multiple joints are affected simultaneously.
What causes arthritis?
The cause lies in inflammatory processes, which can be triggered by, among other things, immune system dysfunction, metabolic disorders, or other underlying conditions.
Welche Prognose kann ich erwarten?
With modern therapies, the progression can often be well controlled. The earlier treatment begins, the better the joints are preserved.
What are the risk factors for arthritis?
- Family predisposition
- Autoimmune diseases
- Obesity
- Previous joint damage
What are the treatment methods for arthritis?
Treatment involves anti-inflammatory measures, combined with movement therapy and – depending on the cause – a targeted medical therapy for the underlying condition.
Welche Vorbeugungen können getroffen werden?
Inflammatory arthritis can only be prevented to a limited extent. Early treatment is crucial to prevent lasting joint damage.
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Wie verläuft der typische Zeitablauf?
The course depends on the type: Some arthritides are acute, while others – such as rheumatoid arthritis – are chronic and occur in flare-ups.
Welche Komplikationen können auftreten?
- Permanent joint damage and deformities
- Loss of mobility
- Involvement of other organs in some forms
How does Clínica Es Castell help with arthritis?
Clínica Es Castell in Palma diagnoses the cause of joint inflammation with modern on-site diagnostics and treats it effectively – with individual pain therapy and movement medicine.
Find out more in the section Orthopedics & Pain Therapy.
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What is the difference between arthritis and osteoarthritis?
Arthritis is an inflammation, while osteoarthritis is joint degeneration – however, both can occur together.
Is arthritis curable?
That depends on the type; many forms are highly treatable and can be managed long-term.
Finde mehr Informationen
- IQWiG / gesundheitsinformation.de – gesundheitsinformation.de
- German Rheumatism League – rheuma-liga.de
- German Society for Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery – dgou.de