Arthritis
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints. It is reversible, even curable, with diet & lifestyle changes. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the deterioration of cartilage which protects bones at the joints. Tendons, ligaments & muscles weaken; and, the joints become stiff, painful and deformed. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder where the body recognizes the synovial membrane as “foreign”.
Symptoms May Include:
- Inflammation & swelling in joints
- Stiffness in joints
- Pain in joints
- Diminished range of motion
- Joints may make noise – a “pop” or a “crackle”
- Rheumatoid Arthritis – may also include anemia, weight loss, fatigue, fever & crippling pain when cartilage is destroyed & bones fuse together.
