Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. Some call it degenerative joint disease (DJD) or wear and tear. This occurs most frequently in your joints especially the hands, hips and knees and sometimes in the shoulders. Osteoarthritis is the breakdown of cartilage in the joints. When the cartilage completely wears down you are left with bone on bone which can cause a lot of pain. In most cases joint replacement is recommended.

Shoulder osteoarthritis is a condition where the cartilage in the shoulder joint wears down, leading to pain and stiffness. It often results from aging, joint injury, or repetitive stress. Symptoms include shoulder pain, reduced range of motion, and a grinding or clicking sensation. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, anti-inflammatories, and injection management to manage pain and inflammation. In advanced cases, surgery such as shoulder replacement may be necessary to relieve pain and restore function.

Knee osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint deteriorates, causing pain and reduced mobility. It is commonly due to aging, joint injury, or excessive weight. Symptoms include knee pain, swelling, stiffness, and difficulty walking or bending the knee. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, anti-inflammatories, and injection management to manage pain and inflammation. In advanced cases, knee replacement surgery may be recommended to improve mobility and alleviate pain.

Hip osteoarthritis is the degeneration of cartilage in the hip joint, leading to pain and stiffness. It is often caused by aging, joint injury, or overuse. Symptoms include hip pain, reduced range of motion, and stiffness, especially after periods of inactivity. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, anti-inflammatories, and injection management to manage pain and inflammation. Hip replacement surgery may be necessary to improve function and reduce pain.