Understanding Joint Pains: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

Joint pains are discomfort or inflammation in the joints, often caused by conditions like arthritis, injury, or overuse, impacting mobility.

Joint Pains FAQ

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What is the medical word for joint pain?

The medical word for joint pain is arthralgia. This is different to the word arthritis, which means inflammation of the joint, which causes pain and sometimes warmth, redness and/or swelling of the joint. A joint can be painful without being inflamed, or it can be both painful and inflamed. See also the separate leaflet called Arthritis.

Is joint pain a symptom of a health condition?

Joint pain can be felt in the joints throughout your body. It may be a symptom of many different health conditions. Arthritis is the most common cause of joint pain. There are more than 100 kinds of arthritis. Joint pain may range from mild to severe. Treatments vary from simple at-home care to surgery, depending on your condition.

What is joint pain & how does it affect your body?

But joint pain can affect any part of your body, from your ankles and feet to your shoulders and hands. Osteoarthritis, a “wear and tear” disease, is the most common type of arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that happens when your body attacks its own tissues.

What does joint pain mean?

Joints are the parts of your body where your bones meet. Joints allow the bones of your skeleton to move. Joints include: Joint pain refers to discomfort, aches, and soreness in any of the body’s joints. Joint pain is a common complaint. It doesn’t typically require a hospital visit. Sometimes, joint pain is the result of an illness or injury.