Hand And Fingers - Osteoarthritis Of The Joints Stock Image

Shown is a hand with osteoarthritis of the joints, This would cause joint seizure and severe pain as well as a great reduction in the range of motion. Osteoarthritis is a noninflammatory degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of the joint`s cartilage. Cartilage that cushions the bones of the hip starts to erode, eventually allowing the bones to grind or rub together and causing pain and stiffness.