Working Environment Is One Cause Of Rheumatoid Arthritis

It has long been known that environmental factors play a part in the development of rheumatoid arthritis; smoking and drinking alcohol, along with heredity, are particularly instrumental in increasing the risk of the disease. Scientists at Karolinska Institutet have now produced results that suggest that working environment factors can also increase the chances of developing rheumatoid arthritis.... [read more]

Joint Pain Quiz
Q: Joint pain is generally associated with which of the following conditions?
Medication
Osteoarthritis
Sports Injuries
Slowing Metabolism
Q: How many Americans are currently living with joint pain?
40 Million
60 Million
70 Million
250 Thousand
Q: Which one of these things is not a cause of joint pain?
Infections
Arthritis
Basic Wear & Tear
Diet
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Your First Step Towards Joint Pain Relief

Managing joint pain can often feel like an endless struggle. Knee pain, hip pain, even elbow pain can cause stiffness and swelling, making it difficult to walk, climb stairs, bend down or even stand for a long period of time. For millions of Americans, joint pain can make the simplest of tasks excruciating.

Welcome to Jointpain.org, a comprehensive site created to educate those who suffer from joint pain, and inform friends and family members about the causes and remedies of this affliction. We have aimed to create a source of reliable information to help you understand the cause of your pain, and help you find joint pain relief.

Contrary to popular belief, joint pain isn't just a symptom of growing older. It affects nearly 60 million Americans daily - everyone from body builders to school teachers.  Joint pain affects all joints, but mostly the larger joints below the waist, causing both knee pain and hip pain.

While its causes vary, joint pain can most commonly be attributed to either injury or a degenerative joint disease known as osteoarthritis. In both situations, individuals experience severe pain due to the decrease in lubrication and cartilage between bones. This loss of protection decreases movement and flexibility, leaving sufferers feeling trapped by the limits of their bodies.  Just like there are numerous joint pain causes, there is a host of remedies including stretching, massage, painkillers and over the counter compounds such as Inflame Away Celadrin®.

Jointpain.org encourages you to break free and break the cycle of joint pain by using this information as stepping stones on your path to recovery, and lifelong joint pain relief.