Introduction
Do you know the facts about arthritis? Try this quiz to test your knowledge.
Questions
True or False
1. Arthritis is a disease of the elderly.
2. Aching joints are a common symptom of arthritis.
3. Those with arthritis have to live with aching joints. Stiffness and tightness.
4. Arthritis can come from an accident or injury, or multiple traumas.
5. Some people just wake up one morning and have painful arthritis in their back, shoulder or knee joint.
6. The cause of arthritis is well known amongst the medical community.
7. Arthritis occurs in major joints such as the hip, knee and/or shoulder.
8. You can inherit rheumatoid arthritis.
9. Once the cartilage in your joint has worn away in osteoarthritis, your body will not grow new cartilage.
10. People with arthritis should avoid exercise because activity makes the condition worse.
Answers
1. False. More than half of people affected by arthritis are under age 65 and many are under age 45. Rheumatoid arthritis can affect people of all ages, even children.
2. True. If the lining of the joint becomes inflamed, you may have rheumatoid arthritis. If the cushioning cartilage in the joint becomes damaged, you may have osteoarthritis or “wear and tear” arthritis.
3. False. Interventions to prevent or reduce arthritis-related pain include: gentle chiropractic manipulation, weight control, physical activity, massage therapy, herbs and supplements, hydrotherapy, acupuncture and acupressure, decreasing food sensitivities, diet therapy, prayer and spirituality, etc.
4. True. Post-traumatic arthritis can develop after an injury. This type of arthritis is similar to osteoarthritis and may develop years after a fracture or ligament injury.
5. True. Sudden onset is possible, but, generally, the pain develops gradually. A joint may become stiff and swollen, making it difficult to bend. Pain and swelling are worse in the morning after sleeping or after a period of inactivity. Pain also may increase after walking, stair climbing or kneeling.
6. False. Researchers are making progress in finding the underlying causes for the major types of arthritis.
7. True. However, it can occur in other joints, also. Arthritis occurs more in women than in men and usually after the age of 40-45.
8. False. Rheumatoid arthritis is not an inherited disease.
9. True. However, research is underway to develop techniques to replace or “grow” cartilage in areas where it has been worn away.
10. False. Regular exercise strengthens bones, increases muscle mass and reduces joint and muscle pain.
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