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Arthritis |
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Related to/Also known as |
Inflammatory Arthritis |
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Description |
Arthritis is a condition involving inflammation of the joints, which may then become very painful. Note that Arthritis is not a neurological condition; however, there are several conditions that come under both Arthritis and Neurological Conditions as an 'umbrella' term. |
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Types |
There are over 200 different types of arthritis. The most common is Osteoarthritis, which usually develops gradually over a few years. Rheumatoid Arthritis is a condition, which causes the joints in your body to become inflamed. It can be persistent or occur in flare ups. |
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Useful National contacts |
Arthritis Care ARC Arthritis Research UK Tel: 0300 790 0400 NRAS National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society |
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Our resources |
The library at Neurosupport has a range of reference resources on this condition and on a wide-range of disability related issues. |
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