Arthritis From Injury

Post-traumatic arthritis is inflammation in your joints that forms after you’ve experienced a trauma. It develops quickly after an injury instead of over years of wear and tear like other forms of arthritis. It’s usually a temporary issue, and many people recover in a few months.

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Arthritis From Injury - Post-traumatic arthritis is any form of arthritis that results from a direct and acute traumatic injury to the joints. It can take the form of osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis. It may resolve spontaneously after a few months or become chronic. Learn more about its causes, diagnosis, treatment, and outlook.