Arthritis is inflammation of the joints of the body. A joint in the body is the connection between 2 bones. Joints allow bending of the body parts like knees and fingers. With arthritis, the tissues around the joint become inflamed, causing pain, stiffness and difficulty moving. The common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout. Treatment depends on the type of arthritis you have.
Attribution: Straight Talk Foundation