several joints.
You might notice that you need extra time to:
- Open and close your hands.
- Get out of bed comfortably.
- Stand up after sitting.
- Start walking normally in the morning.
These patterns are not enough to diagnose a particular type of arthritis, but they are useful details to share with your healthcare professional.
If morning stiffness regularly lasts more than 30 minutes, particularly when accompanied by swollen joints, arrange an appointment for assessment.
3. Swollen Joints That Look Larger Than Usual
Swelling can develop when the tissues around a
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