Joint Disease

Overview

Joint Disease is an umbrella term for a range of conditions that cause pain and inflammation in the joints and/or cartilage. Common examples include osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Left untreated, joint disease can lead to progressive joint damage, disability, and reduced quality of life. Early diagnosis and effective treatment can help slow the progression of joint disease, reduce symptoms, and improve joint function. Treatment options may include medication, physical therapy, lifestyle modifications, activities of daily living, and in some cases, surgery.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 25 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

• “I want to be physically active as long as I live” Expectations and experiences of direct access to physiotherapist in primary healthcare of patients with knee osteoarthritis
  2026 · Disability and Rehabilitation
• Key determinants for lowering the risk of joint replacement in weight-bearing joints: a population-based cohort study
  2026 · Arthroplasty
• Distribution of Arthritis Subtypes Among Adults With Arthritis in the United States, 2017–March 2020
  2025 · Preventing Chronic Disease
• Self-management education programs (SMEPs) for adults with coexisting overweight or obesity and knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review
  2025 · Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
• Health Literacy, Beliefs About Medication, and Medication Adherence in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis in Jordan: A Cross‐Sectional Study
  2025 · Health Science Reports
• Distribution of Arthritis Subtypes Among Adults With Arthritis in the United States, 2017–March 2020
  2025 · Preventing Chronic Disease
• Self-Management Education Programs (SMEPs) for Adults with Coexisting Overweight or Obesity and Knee Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review
  2025 · Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies
• “I want to be physically active as long as I live” Expectations and experiences of direct access to physiotherapist in primary healthcare of patients with knee osteoarthritis
  2025 · Disability and Rehabilitation

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