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Osteoarthritis (OA) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) are both common causes of joint pain — but they are very different conditions. In this video, Mobile Physio explains the key differences between OA and RA, helping you understand what’s happening in your joints and how to manage it.  🔍 Topics Covered:      What is arthritis?     OA vs RA: Causes and risk factors     Common symptoms and how they differ     Diagnosis methods     Treatment and physiotherapy strategies  💡 Whether you’re dealing with arthritis or helping someone who is, this video provides a clear and helpful breakdown to guide you toward better joint health and pain relief.  🎥 Subscribe to Mobile Physio for more videos on: ✔️ Joint and muscle health ✔️ Pain management techniques ✔️ Physical therapy exercises ✔️ Injury recovery tips  📲 Follow us for expert advice every week! 📩 Have questions? Drop them in the comments below!  #Arthritis #Osteoarthritis #RheumatoidArthritis #JointPain #OA #RA #Physiotherapy #MobilePhysio #ArthritisRelief #PainManagement

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00:00Hi everyone. Welcome back to Mobile Physio, where we break down complex health topics to help you

00:06move better and feel stronger. Today, we're talking about a topic that affects millions

00:10of people around the world, arthritis. But did you know there are different types?

00:15Let's dive into the two most common, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis,

00:19or as we call them, OA vs RA. What is arthritis? Arthritis simply means inflammation of the

00:25joints. But not all arthritis is the same, osteoarthritis is the most common form,

00:31caused by wear and tear over time, rheumatoid arthritis, on the other hand,

00:35is an autoimmune condition, meaning your body is attacking its own joints.

00:40Cause risk factors, let's break that down, osteoarthritis usually happens with age,

00:45overuse of joints, or after an injury. Think of it like a machine wearing down over time,

00:51rheumatoid arthritis is different. It's your immune system mistaking your joints as a threat

00:56and attacking them, leading to inflammation and pain. Genetics, smoking, and even hormones can play

01:03a role here. Symptoms, both cause joint pain. But there are some key differences,

01:08OA pain is usually worse with activity and better with rest. RA often causes stiffness in the morning

01:13that lasts more than 30 minutes. OA usually affects one side more than the other.

01:18RA tends to be symmetrical, meaning the same joints on both sides of the body are affected.

01:25RA can also cause fatigue, fever, and weight loss, which OA typically does not.

01:31Diagnosis, doctors diagnose OA with physical exams and x-rays that show cartilage loss.

01:37For RA, blood tests like rheumatoid factor and anti-CCP antibodies, along with imaging,

01:43help confirm the diagnosis. Treatment, treatment for both conditions starts with managing

01:47symptoms, usually with painkillers or NSAIDs, but only RA is treated with MARDs and biologics to slow

01:54down the immune system. For OA, exercise, weight management, and physiotherapy are key.

02:01And if joints are severely damaged, joint replacement might be needed, so remember,

02:06OA is wear and tear. RA is your immune system attacking your joints. Knowing the difference is

02:12the first step to getting the right care. If you found this helpful, give us a thumbs up,

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02:22or want us to cover another topic? Drop a comment below.

02:26Thanks for watching and keep moving.

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