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Arthritis is a common condition that leads to damage of joints. When arthritis is severe, joint motion can cause significant pain. Treatment of arthritis depends on the type and severity of the problem. Research is looking into treatment of arthritis.

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What does it mean to have arthritis?
Arthritis is a common problem that causes joint inflammation. There are many different types of arthritis. Understanding treatment of arthritis requires that you understand what is causing your arthritis.

Does sports participation cause arthritis?
Many people engage is sports activities during their younger years, only to grow older and have joint problems. Was it the sports that caused arthritis? Are these activities potentially damaging to joints? Do these sports cause arthritis?

What Causes Arthritis?
Determining the cause of arthritis can be difficult, because often several factors contribute to an individual developing this common problem. Some of the risk factors that can cause arthritis are listed here.

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