Signs and Symptoms of osteoarthritis
Most of the individuals are asymptomatic for certain duration of time during which the destruction of the tissues is gradually progressing. The common symptom noted in individuals with osteoarthritis is the pain in the joints. The pain during the initial stages is generally restricted to the joints and is noticed during any activity involving the movement of the affected joint. This pain is relieved when the individual takes rest or consumes mild painkillers. As the disorder progresses the pain may not respond to medications. Stiffness of the joints in the mornings that lasts for less than half an hour may also be noted during the initial stages.2
Osteoarthritis of the knees usually takes years together to progress and the chances of recovery of the joints are low. While, in case of osteoarthritis of the hip chances of recovery are high. Osteoarthritis of the joints of the hands may recur after regressing. Bony swellings may also be noted in case of the joints of the hands.1
Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date:Jan4th,09
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