What is destructive arthritis?

Abstract. Rapidly destructive coxarthrosis (RDC) is a rare syndrome that involves aggressive hip joint destruction within 6–12 months of symptom onset with no single diagnostic laboratory, pathological, or radiographic finding.

What is arthritis in the spine called?

Written by Eeric Truumees, MD. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory spinal disease characterized by joint pain and progressive stiffness in the cervical (neck), thoracic (mid-back), lumbar (low back), and sacroiliac joints (sacrum).

Can degenerative arthritis cripple you?

Osteoarthritis (OA) can be crippling if untreated as it disintegrates the cartilage that supports the joints of the spine, knees, hands, and spine. This causes debilitating pain because the bones start rubbing against one another.

Can spondylosis be cured?

There is no treatment to reverse the process of spondylosis, because it is a degenerative process. The treatments for spondylosis target the back pain and neck pain that spondylosis can cause.

What is rapidly destructive osteoarthritis?

Rapidly destructive osteoarthritis of the hip, also known as rapidly progressive osteoarthritis of the hip, is a rare chondrolysis of unknown etiology which can progress to complete destruction of the femoral head. It is a diagnosis of exclusion.

Can arthritis in the spine be cured?

Although there is no cure for arthritis of the spine, treatments can improve joint function and keep joint pain and inflammation to a minimum. Your symptoms, age and general health will help determine your treatment.

Can arthritis in the spine cause paralysis?

Spinal stenosis can occur at any location on the spine. It is typically caused by osteoarthritis due to the aging process. If left untreated, spinal stenosis can lead to full paralysis and loss of bladder control.

What does spondylosis pain feel like?

Patients often experience aching, stiffness, or pain in the mid back region described as a muscle spasm or tightness. If spondylosis causes pressure on the surrounding nerves there may be numbness, tingling or pain radiating into the chest, ribs, or abdominal areas known as radiculopathy.