[header] How to recognize arthritis symptoms [title] Take notice of any joint pain. [step] Joint pain is the most characteristic symptom of all types of arthritis. You might notice the pain after exercising or using the joints extensively, which is the case with " wear and tear " arthritis (oa), or upon waking and after periods of disuse, which is more characteristic of ra.
[header] How to recognize arthritis symptoms [title] Take notice of any joint pain. [step] Joint pain is the most characteristic symptom of all types of arthritis. You might notice the pain after exercising or using the joints extensively, which is the case with " wear and tear " arthritis (oa), or upon waking and after periods of disuse, which is more characteristic of ra.
[substeps] The pain can be felt in the joint (s). It can range from the front of the thigh (at the joint joint) (hip and wrist) to shin. Fatigue may also accompany joint pain, as the ra's are notorious for not only needing to recover physically but mentally as well. [title] Work with your doctor to determine what specifically is causing your aches and pains. [substeps] Arthritic pain is usually described as dull, achy and/or throbbing. The more destructive types of arthritis can also generate sharp and electric-type pain. [substeps] Pain is felt down the head, jaw, thigh and back. About 90% of the time it's felt while sleeping or resting.