Joint pain disorders encompass a diverse range of conditions that affect the joints, leading to pain, inflammation, and often a reduction in joint function. The joints, where two or more bones meet, are crucial for mobility and flexibility. When these joints are compromised, individuals may experience discomfort, stiffness, and limitations in their daily activities.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) (आमवात):
- An autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the joints, causing inflammation.
- Symptoms include joint pain, swelling, and stiffness.
- Can affect multiple joints and lead to joint deformities over time.
- Osteoarthritis (OA) (संधिवात):
- A degenerative joint disease where the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of bones wears down.
- Commonly associated with aging and wear and tear.
- Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, and reduced range of motion.
- Gout / Uric Acid (वातरक्त):
- A form of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in joints.
- Typically affects the big toe but can involve other joints.
- Manifests as sudden, severe pain, swelling, and redness in the affected joint.
- Ankylosing Spondylitis (रीढ़ की हड्डी बढ़ जाना):
- A type of inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints.
- Causes pain and stiffness in the spine, often leading to fusion of vertebrae.
- Can also affect other joints and organs.
- Cervical / Lumbar Spondylosis (गर्दन / रीढ़ में दर्द):
- Degenerative changes in the spine, commonly in the neck (cervical) or lower back (lumbar) regions.
- Involves wear and tear on the spinal discs and bones, leading to pain and stiffness.
- Can result in herniated discs and nerve compression.
- Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)(कंधे की अकड़न):
- A condition characterized by pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint.
- Gradual onset with a progressive loss of shoulder mobility.
- Often resolves over time but can be quite painful during the acute phase.
