Joint pain is among the most frequent types of pain. The main causes of joint pain are trauma and acute and
chronic arthritis. Usually joint pain is associated with disturbed function of the joint, ranging from restricted
movements to disability.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Epidemiology and Economics
· Osteoarthritis (OA): By the age of 65 years, >90% of the population have at least one joint with OA. With
increasing age, more joints develop OA. However, early stages of OA may be free of pain.
· The incidence of rheumatoid arthritis is ~1%.
· The incidence of gout is ~1%.
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