Inflammation Flashcards
osteoarthritis
most common arthritis
degenerative joint disease
most frequently in the hands, hips, and knees.
Osteoarthritis symptoms x5
Pain Stiffness Swelling Decreased range of motion (or flexibility) reduced function
What causes OA?
damage or breakdown of joint cartilage between bones.
Risk factors for OA x7
Joint injury or overuse
increases with age.
Women are more likely to develop OA than men, especially after age 50.
Obesity
Genetics
Race— Some Asian populations have lower risk for OA.
Diagnosing OA
symptoms, physical examination, X-rays, and lab tests.
Treating OA x6
Increasing physical activity. Physical therapy Weight loss. Medications Supportive devices Surgery
Managing OA x4
Self Management Physical Activity Talk to Doc for Treatment Plan Lose Weight Protect Joints
rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
autoimmune/inflammatory disease
attacks lining of the joint = inflamed
Inflammation = damage to joint tissue.
damage = chronic pain, unsteadiness , deformity
RA can affect other tissues
Signs and Symptoms of RA x7
Pain, Stiffness,
Tenderness OR swelling in more than one joint.
The same symptoms on both sides of the body
Weight loss.
Fever.
Fatigue, or tiredness.
Weakness.
Cause of RA
immune response in which the body’s immune
system attacks its own healthy cells
Risk factors for RA x6
increases with age. 2-3 X higher in women Genetics/inherited traits. Smoking. Women who have never given birth higher risk Early Life Exposures. Obesity.
Decreasing your risk
Breastfeeding
Diagnosing RA
Rheumatologists
reviewing symptoms, conducting a physical examination,
and doing X-rays and lab tests.
Treating RA x6
medication(s) self-management strategies Physical Activity Education/Classes/Support Group Quit Smoking Maintain a Healthy Weight.
Complications of RA
Premature heart disease
RA who are obese have an increased risk of
developing heart disease risk factors
Prevalence of Arthritis
1/4
Arthritis Controllable Risk Factors x5
Weight - Exercise Infections Joint Injuries Occupation Smoking
Arthritis Risk Factors You Can’t Control
Age - increases
Gender = Women
Genetics *RA
fibromyalgia
causes pain all over the body (also referred to as widespread pain),
sleep problems, fatigue, and often emotional and mental distress
2% of pop
Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
Widespread Pain & stiffness Fatigue and tiredness. Depression and anxiety. Sleep problems. Problems with thinking, memory, and concentration. Headaches, including migraines. TMJ Tingling or numbness in hands and feet. Digestive Distress - IBS etc
risk factors for fibromyalgia x5
getting older lupus or rheumatoid arthritis Women 2x men. Stressful or traumatic events /PTSD Repetitive injuries. Illness (such as viral infections). Family history. Obesity.
Diagnosing Fibromyalgia
patient’s history, physical examination, X-rays, and blood work.
Treating Fibromyalgia x6
Medications, Aerobic exercise & strength Patient education classes Stress management - meditation, yoga, & massage. Good Sleep Habits Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Complications of Fibromyalgia
More hospitalizations Lower quality of life major depression. suicide and injuries. Higher rates of other rheumatic conditions - osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Risk of Chronic Inflammation x6
coronary artery disease Diabetes Obesity Arthritis Cancer Alzheimer Disease
Preventing Inflammation
Dietary interventions
moderate exercise
effective stress management
