"Arthritis" describes many different diseases that cause tenderness, pain, swelling, and joint stiffness. With osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, the cartilage around the joint wears out, causing the bones in the joint to rub together, creating inflammation and pain. Most forms of arthritis can occur in any joint, including spine joints. Osteoarthritis of the spine can lead to lost flexibility, bone spurs (osteophytes), irritated nerves, spinal stenosis, and sciatica. The terms spondylosis or degenerative joint disease are used interchangeably with osteoarthritis.
Complete Listing
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Bone Spur Causes
- Bone Spurs (Osteophytes) and Back Pain
- Cervical Osteoarthritis (Neck Arthritis)
- Clinical Symptoms of Bone Spurs
- Diagnosis of Bone Spurs
- Diagnosis of Spinal Arthritis
- Effectiveness of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate for Osteoarthritis
- Exercise for Osteoarthritis
- Facet Joint Disorders and Back Pain
- Facet Joint Osteoarthritis
- Hip Osteoarthritis
- More Osteoarthritis Treatments
- Non-Surgical Osteoarthritis Treatments
- Osteoarthritis Complete Treatment Guide
- Osteoarthritis Medications
- Osteoarthritis of the Spine
- Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Spine
- Research on Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate Supplements
- Safe Use of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate Supplements
- Surgery for Osteoarthritis
- Symptoms of Arthritis of the Spine
- Symptoms and Diagnosis of Facet Joint Problems
- Treatment Options for Bone Spurs
- Treatment Options for Facet Joint Pain