Prevalence and Symptoms of Arthritis

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkwVOCBbxU0

According to Arthritis.Org, “People of all ages, sexes and races can and do have arthritis, and it is the leading cause of disability in America.” It is estimated that more than 50 million adults and 300,000 children have a form or type of arthritis. Arthritis is most common among women and occurs more frequently in people as they age.

SYMPTOMS
Common arthritis joint symptoms include (but not limited to):
– Swelling
– Pain
– Stiffness
– Decreased range of motion in the affected joint

Resource(s): https://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/about-arthritis/understanding-arthritis/what-is-arthritis,
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/arthritis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350772

(Posted by Von Jared Omo)

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