00:00Hi everyone. Welcome back to Mobile Physio, where we break down complex health topics to help you
00:06move better and feel stronger. Today, we're talking about a topic that affects millions
00:10of people around the world, arthritis. But did you know there are different types?
00:15Let's dive into the two most common, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis,
00:19or as we call them, OA vs RA. What is arthritis? Arthritis simply means inflammation of the
00:25joints. But not all arthritis is the same, osteoarthritis is the most common form,
00:31caused by wear and tear over time, rheumatoid arthritis, on the other hand,
00:35is an autoimmune condition, meaning your body is attacking its own joints.
00:40Cause risk factors, let's break that down, osteoarthritis usually happens with age,
00:45overuse of joints, or after an injury. Think of it like a machine wearing down over time,
00:51rheumatoid arthritis is different. It's your immune system mistaking your joints as a threat
00:56and attacking them, leading to inflammation and pain. Genetics, smoking, and even hormones can play
01:03a role here. Symptoms, both cause joint pain. But there are some key differences,
01:08OA pain is usually worse with activity and better with rest. RA often causes stiffness in the morning
01:13that lasts more than 30 minutes. OA usually affects one side more than the other.
01:18RA tends to be symmetrical, meaning the same joints on both sides of the body are affected.
01:25RA can also cause fatigue, fever, and weight loss, which OA typically does not.
01:31Diagnosis, doctors diagnose OA with physical exams and x-rays that show cartilage loss.
01:37For RA, blood tests like rheumatoid factor and anti-CCP antibodies, along with imaging,
01:43help confirm the diagnosis. Treatment, treatment for both conditions starts with managing
01:47symptoms, usually with painkillers or NSAIDs, but only RA is treated with MARDs and biologics to slow
01:54down the immune system. For OA, exercise, weight management, and physiotherapy are key.
02:01And if joints are severely damaged, joint replacement might be needed, so remember,
02:06OA is wear and tear. RA is your immune system attacking your joints. Knowing the difference is
02:12the first step to getting the right care. If you found this helpful, give us a thumbs up,
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