TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Chapter One: Arthritis in Focus 11
- Risk Factors of Arthritis 15
- Chapter Two: The Symptoms of Arthritis 17
- Common Symptoms 18
- Fatigue 19
- Joint Pains 20
- Tenderness and Loss of Range of Motion 21
- Swelling and Stiffness 22
- Redness and Warmth 23
- Deformity of Joints 24
- Limping 25
- Chapter Three: Common Forms of Arthritis 27
- Rheumatoid Arthritis 28
- Osteoarthritis 31
- Chapter Four: Other Types of Arthritis 37
- Psoriatic Arthritis 38
- Gout 43
- Chapter Five: Causes of Arthritis 49
- Factors and Causes 50
- Who Are the People at Risk? 52
- Chapter Six: Diagnosing Arthritis 55
- How to Recognize the Early Indications and Signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis 58
- Early Signs 60
- Chapter Seven: Complications of Arthritis 63
- Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis Related Anemia 67
- Chapter Eight: Remedies and Treatments 69
- Taking Care of Your Joints 70
- Medications 71
- Therapy 72
- Exercise 73
- The Dos and Don’ts of Knee Pain 76
- Replacement Surgery 80
- A Change in Diet and Eating Habits 82
- Chapter Nine: Alternative Pain Management 85
- Shed Those Extra Pounds 87
- Tai Chi 88
- Work with Your Physical Therapist 89
- Self – Management and Discipline 90
- Acupuncture 91
- Balneotherapy or Spa Therapy 92
- Biomechanics and Therapeutic Equipment 93
- Herbal Remedies 93
- Chapter Ten: Summary 99
- Highlights 100
- Photo Credits 125
- References 127
