Signs and Symptoms of Arthritis and Joint Pain

Many men and women over the age of 45 years suffer from arthritis which can make you feel vulnerable and it can affect your working capabilities.   The signs and symptoms vary with each individual.

The first and foremost sign of arthritis is pain and all arthritic patients suffer from severe joint pain.  The cartilage degeneration and bone friction, inflammation of tissues around joints and accumulation of fluids and uric acid crystals in between the joints causes acute pain.

Another primary sign is swelling.  The amount of fluid increases to abnormal proportions making the joint look swollen.

Inflammation of joint, Stiffness or inflexibility at the joint, muscle tightness is also some of the factors.  Stiffness usually increases if the ailing joint is left idle for a long time and it normally occurs early in the morning and it gradually comes down as one gets into activities. Hence stiffness should be checked on time as it can lead to disability.

The skin around affected joint turns red and this is also one of the signs of arthritis.  Many arthritic patients suffer from constipation or colitis.

Learn more about the natural remedy for arthritis pain which nourishes the joints to reduce destruction of surface of the joints and provide relief from the pain and inflammation.