What makes my joints stiff in the morning?

Stiffness in the back, knees, or feet is a common complaint I hear from older individuals. People often say, "I'm just getting old," but old age alone does not cause morning joint stiffness. It is usually an indication of worn joints, muscle tightness, or inflammation from arthritis.

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This report focuses primarily on osteoarthritis — the most common type of arthritis — which affects 27 million Americans. Many people believe it’s a crippling and inevitable part of growing old. But things are changing. Treatments are better, and plenty of people age well without much arthritis. If you have osteoarthritis, you can take steps to protect your joints, reduce discomfort, and improve mobility — all of which are detailed in this report. If you don't have osteoarthritis, the report offers strategies for preventing it.

Living Well with Osteoarthritis

Featured content:

•	When joints cause pain
•	What is osteoarthritis?
•	Diagnosing osteoarthritis
•	Treating osteoarthritis without surgery
•	Surgical treatment of osteoarthritis
•	... and more!