Orthopedics

Understanding Arthritis See All  About Arthritis and Other Rheumatic Diseases in Understanding Arthritis Arthritis, itself a group of more than 100 different diseases, is 1 category of rheumatic diseases. Read on to learn more about these conditions, and the types of healthcare providers who treat them. ...more  Arthritis in Understanding Arthritis Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases are common conditions that cause pain, swelling, and limited movement. They affect joints and connective tissues around the body. Millions of people in the U.S. have some form of arthritis. ...more  Arthritis Diagnosis in Understanding Arthritis Diagnosing arthritis and other rheumatic diseases is often difficult, as many symptoms are similar among the different diseases. ...more  Anatomy of a Joint in Understanding Arthritis Joints are the areas where two or more bones meet. Most joints are mobile, allowing the bones to move. ...more