Half of the Elderly Population in the United States Suffers From Arthritis

(Newswire.net — March 10, 2017) Orlando, FL — Arthritis is a painful and debilitating condition. It doesn’t just cause pain but may also hinder sufferers from doing their daily functions or even working. While it can happen to everyone, it is believed to be more prevalent in certain groups of people.

Half of the elderly population in the United States suffers from arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in the country. In fact, it impacts around 27 million people in the United States alone.

According to Stuart L. Weinstein, M.D., Co-Chair of the report’s Steering Committee and a Professor of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, the country needs to have a higher funding for musculoskeletal research.

There should also be a greater understanding and improved strategies for the prevention as well as the treatment of these conditions. More adults and even children should receive early and appropriate treatment to have better quality of life and productivity.

Arthritis is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorders today. There are also other causes such as back and neck pain, field of work, military service, injuries from falls, loss of bone density, and increasing risk of fracture.

In 2012, it was found that an estimated 126.6 million individuals in the United States were living with musculoskeletal disorder. Arthritis is believed to be the most common cause of disability.

With the rise in the number of the aging population in the country, it has been projected that the prevalence of arthritis will increase to 67 million people. By 2030, it is predicted to increase by 25% in the adult population.

It is also important to note that the condition is not only attributed to older Americans as there are two-thirds of arthritis sufferers who are under the age of 65. Statistics also show that back and neck pain affect 75.7 million adults in the country.

Statistics also show that osteoporosis affects 10 million individuals in the United States and 19 million are at the risk of having the condition.

Today, many individuals who suffer from arthritis turn to a variety of pain management options to help improve their overall condition. There are those who use pain medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to address their pain and immobility.

It is believed that there is an increasing number of arthritis sufferers who turn to the use of natural alternatives such as curcumin. Curcumin is a phytochemical found in the ancient spice called turmeric. Curcumin is an all-natural joint health enhancement supplement that is popularly used by arthritis sufferers and even athletes.

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