Comparing Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritis and You

According to the Arthritis Foundation, 50 million Americans are affected by arthritis. Despite its prevalence, arthritis is often misunderstood. The two most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Here’s a list of the differences between OA and RA.

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March 12, 2014

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July 1, 2014