Arthritis Joint Pain Information
(If you experience Arthritis Joint Pain review the following.)

Arthritis Joint Pain - if you suffer from arthritis joint pain please review the following the following article composed by one of our staff doctors that addresses arthritis joint pain including:

• Causes of Arthritis Joint Pain
  
• Diagnosis of Arthritis Joint Pain
  
• How Serious is Arthritis Joint Pain
  
• Treatment Options for Arthritis Joint Pain

Again if you suffer from arthritis joint pain you need to invest a few minutes and review the following information that addresses all the aspects of arthritis joint pain including arthritis joint pain treatments that will relieve your arthritis joint pain .

Whether you suffer from hip joint pain, knee joint pain, shoulder joint pain, finger joint pain or a different type of arthritis joint pain your questions will be addressed below:

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Anatomy of the Joint
(Overview of the the anatomy of the human joint.)

A joint is where two bones meet to allow movement of body parts. Arthritis is synonymous with joint inflammation. The joint inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis causes swelling, pain, stiffness, and redness in the joints. The inflammation of rheumatoid disease can also occur in tissues around the joints, such as the tendons, ligaments, and muscles.

Please review the illustrations below for an overview of a joint influenced by arthritis:

Just from reviewing the above illustration of the anatomy of a common joint one can get a general idea just how intrinsic the physiology of joint is with regards to supporting different actions.

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All of the bones in the human body form a joint except for the hyoid bone in the neck. Joints are categorized by the amount of motion they permit. Some  joints are fixed, i.e. joints of the skull and permit no movement.

Other joints, only permit a minimal amount of movement as seen in the joints of vertebrae of the spine. However, most of the joints are free moving synovial joints i.e. shoulder joint, knee joint, hip joint, etc. Arthritis can affect any type of joint, but the synovial joints are affected most often.

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Understanding the Cause of Arthritis Joint Pain
(The cause of arthritis joint pain can be difficult to diagnose.)

There is no one cause of arthritis. Degeneration of a joint can be the result of several factors. Regardless of the cause of arthritis, the end result is the progressive destruction of the cartilage that covers your joints, which inevitably results in pain, mobility limitations and other health issue.

Some common contributing factor to arthritis joint pain are the following:

• Trauma to a Joint - arthritis can be caused from any injury to a joint that ultimately disrupts the normal smooth surfaces of a joint that come into contact with one another. This type of arthritis is known as post-traumatic arthritis. Examples of this type of arthritis are fractures, penetrating wounds, dislocations,  as well as, severe compressive loading of the joint or crush injuries.
  
  
• Aging as a Cause of Joint Arthritis Pain - as one ages their cartilage becomes more brittle with age and has less of a capacity to repair itself. As as a result the affected joint is more likely to develop arthritis.
  
  
• Obesity as a Cause of Arthritis Pain - because joint damage is partly dependent on the load the joint has to support, excess obesity can lead to arthritis. The joints of the hips and knees are affected the most in obese individuals.
  
  
• Infection as a Cause of Joint Arthritis Pain - septic arthritis is caused by the destruction of joint cartilage secondary to the presence of an infection and pus. Infection in a joint can be caused by a direct introduction of bacteria into the joint, which is typically seen in penetrating injuries and contaminated insect bites, etc. Abrasions or dirty lesions elsewhere on the body resulting in the seeding of microorganisms from distant locations can also be a cause of joint arthritis pain. In some cases where systemic infection exists, bacteria can be seeded in joints merely by the circulation of the blood.
  
  
• Gout as a Cause of Arthritis Joint Pain - Gout causes arthritis pain when uric acid builds up in the joints causing inflammation and swelling of the joints.
  
  
• Hereditary Causes of Arthritis Joint Pain - psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis are responsible for the development of arthritis. In the case of rheumatoid arthritis, the body literally attacks itself secondary to what is called an auto-immune response. The disease process in an auto-immune response is excessive inflammatory soft tissue that literally invades the joint, destroying the cartilage in the process resulting in arthritis joint pain.
  
  
• Occupational Hazards as a Cause of Arthritis Joint Pain - workers in some specific occupations are at a greater risk of developing arthritis. Assembly line workers and heavy construction worker fall into this category.
  
  
• Some High Level Sports can Result in Arthritis Joint Pain - although often difficult to determine how much sports participation contributes to development of arthritis. Certainly, sports participation can lead to joint injury and subsequent arthritis.

Although the above represent the most common causes arthritis joint pain there are literally hundreds of different causes of arthritic pain.

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Diagnosing Arthritis Joint Pain
(How your doctor will diagnose your arthritis joint pain.)

arthritis joint pain may be localized or may be deferred down  to different areas of the arm. There are other causes of arthritis joint pain other than those outlined above. Since certain disease within the body, such as, myocardial infarctions and/or cancer, may generate pain that travels along the arm it is important that your doctor does a complete history and physical, as well as, diagnostic tests to rule out any potential life threatening causes of arthritis joint pain.

For this reason do not be surprised if your conscientious doctor completes the following protocol to diagnose your arthritis joint pain:

• Obtain Full Medical History - is information gained by your doctor by asking specific questions, either of you the patient or of other people who know you and can give valuable information all with the final goal of formulating a diagnosis and providing the proper medical care.
  
  
• Physical Examination - do not be surprised if your doctor does not just examine your arm but gives you a complete physical exam.
  
  

Diagnostic Testing - extensive Tests to Confirm the Diagnosis of a Disorder of the Shoulder:

• Plain Film X Ray - simple X Rays can often confirm the origin of the arthritis joint pain.
  
  
• Arthrogram - a diagnostic record that can be seen on an x ray after injection of a contrast fluid into the arm to outline structures such as the rotator cuff. In disease or injury, this contrast fluid may either leak into an area where it does not belong, indicating a tear or opening, or be blocked from entering an area where there normally is an opening.
  
  
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) - a non-invasive procedure in which a machine produces a series of cross-sectional images of the shoulder.
  
  
• Other Diagnostic Tests - aside from the above tests there are numerous other diagnostic tests that may prove beneficial in determining the origin of arthritis joint pain.

Be patient with regards to the diagnosis of the origin of your arthritis joint pain. The arm provides the most range of motion of any joint, therefore, the diagnosis of the underlying cause of arthritis joint pain can often be a difficult diagnosis.

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When arthritis joint pain is Serious
(There are times when you should seek medical advice.)

When should you involve a doctor concerning your arthritis joint pain? If you are unsure of the cause of your arthritis joint pain, or if you do not know the specific treatment recommendations for your condition, you should seek medical attention.

Treatment of arthritis joint pain must be directed at the specific cause of the arthritis joint pain. If your arthritis joint pain involves any of the following it would be in your best interest to seek medical advice:

Pain that radiates down the left arm, especially if the pain is accompanied by shortness of breath, a tightness or pain in your chest, sweating, etc. Inability to carry objects or use the arm. Inability to raise the arm. An injury that causes deformity of the arm joint. arthritis joint pain that occurs at night or while resting. arthritis joint pain that persists beyond a few days. Signs of an infection, including fever, redness, warmth. Swelling or significant bruising around the arm joint. Any other unusual symptoms

 

If you have any of the above symptoms associated with your arthritis joint pain and/or you have experience arthritis joint pain for an extended period of time you should consider seeking professional medical advice.

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Treatment Options For arthritis joint pain
(What are the best treatments for arthritis joint pain.)

What are the best treatments for arthritis joint pain? Of course, the appropriate treatment for your arthritis joint pain depends on the underlying cause of the pain. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you understand the cause of your arthritis joint pain prior embarking on a treatment program.

Remember, if you are unsure of your diagnosis, or the severity of your condition, you should seek professional medical advice with regards to the appropriate treatment for your arthritis joint pain.

Rest Your arm -  the first treatment for many common conditions that cause arthritis joint pain is to rest the arm This will allow the acute inflammation to subside.

Oral Pain Medications - if your arm is causing significant pain you may want to consider a prescription pain medication. Although anti-inflammatory medications, NSAIDs, will decrease the swelling associated with arthritis joint pain and eventually relieve some of the pain, most NSAIDs, do not provide immediate pain relief. Therefore, if you are looking for fast pain relief that can be taken with the NSAIDs, you should consider Ultram.

Ultram, is one of a group of drugs called centrally acting analgesics (agent for blocking pain). These pain relief drugs work by acting on chemicals in the brain to stop pain. Ultram represents the most effective pain relief medications available online. 

The effects of Ultram are very similar to those of narcotic analgesics.  Although Ultram is not classified as a narcotic. Ultram,  is a centrally acting pain relief medication that will effectively relieve all your joint pain.  For more information concerning Ultram
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Ice and Heat Application  - although applying heat and ice are amongst the most commonly used treatments for arthritis joint pain. There are situations in which heat or ice is more appropriate to relieve the arthritis joint pain.

Please refer to the following chart as a reference with regards to the appropriate use of ice or heat for treating arthritis joint pain: