Joint pain

What is Joint Pain?

Joint pain refers to discomfort, aches, and soreness in any of the body's joints. This sensitive area contains fluid and connective tissue to allow bones to move freely against each other. When this movement becomes impaired from injury or disease, immense discomfort can occur.

Common Causes

Many factors can trigger joint pain. One of the most prevalent is arthritis, inflammation within the joint that breaks down tissue over time. Other common culprits are sprains, strains, bursitis, autoimmune disorders, infections, and bone fractures near the joint. Even repetitive motions like extensive typing or athletic overuse can ignite pain.

Symptoms

Those suffering from joint discomfort often experience common symptoms. These include:

• Stiffness after inactivity or upon waking


• Swelling and redness around the joint area


• Difficulty moving the affected joint through its full range of motion


• Popping sounds or feeling that the joint is "sticking"


• General weakness and instability in the region

In many cases, joint pain tends to worsen with age. As we get older, cartilage breaks down while tendons/ligaments lose elasticity.

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