Arthritis isn't an organ itself; rather, it's a condition that affects joints.
Arthritis is not a single disease but a general term that encompasses over 100 different conditions that affect the joints. Joints are the areas in your body where two or more bones meet. These include areas such as:
- Wrists
- Knuckles
- Hips
- Knees
- Ankles
Arthritis damages these joints, leading to symptoms like pain, stiffness, swelling, and decreased range of motion. Because it affects the joints (where bones meet), arthritis impacts the musculoskeletal system as a whole, not a single organ.
