Arthritis is an umbrella term for more than 100 conditions that cause joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

What causes arthritis?

The cause of arthritis depends on the type. Osteoarthritis mostly occurs due to wear and tear but may also develop in response to inflammation. Rheumatoid arthritis is a type of autoimmune inflammatory arthritis. This means that it develops when something causes the immune system to mistakenly attack the body's healthy tissue. Infectious arthritis happens due to an infection, while gout — or metabolic arthritis — occurs when uric acid crystals build up in the joints.

Is arthritis a disability?

Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States, according to the Arthritis Foundation. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes arthritis as a disability.

Is arthritis a genetic condition?

There may be a genetic link to some types of arthritis. For example, researchers have identified the immune system gene HLA-DR4 as a risk factor for rheumatoid arthritis. However, environmental factors may be more likely to affect the development of arthritis. Learn about the risk factors for arthritis.

Arthritis Doctors Near Goshen, IN

Dr. Gordon Hughes, MD

Rheumatology

5.0 (1)

Call for new patient details

Offers telehealth

7.6 mi

25651 County Road 20 Elkhart, IN 46517

Tel: (574) 522-1201

Call for more information

Dr. Shumaila Iqbal, MD

Rheumatology

0

Accepting new patients

4.0 mi

2222 Rieth Blvd Ste 104 Goshen, IN 46526

Tel: (574) 875-1082

Call for more information

Dr. Joan Szynal, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

0

Call for new patient details

2.7 mi

2240 Karisa Dr Ste 3 Goshen, IN 46526

Tel: (574) 534-4648

Call for more information

Dr. Matthew Norton, DO

Internal Medicine

2.0 (1)

Accepting new patients

1.8 mi

200 High Park Ave Goshen, IN 46526

Tel: (574) 364-2510

Call for more information

Dr. Nauman Shahid, MD

Medical Oncology

0

Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

1.8 mi

200 High Park Ave Goshen, IN 46526

Tel: (574) 364-1000

Call for more information

Discover Top Arthritis Doctors in Goshen, IN

Insurance

Gender

Distance

Specialty

Age

Availability

Language

Patient Satisfaction

Affiliated Facility

Dr. Gordon Hughes, MD

Dr. Shumaila Iqbal, MD

Dr. Joan Szynal, MD

Dr. Matthew Norton, DO

Dr. Nauman Shahid, MD

Dr. Rose Gillin, MD

Nadzieja Pocheki, FNP-BC

Dr. Dicky Bhagat, MD

Dr. Chett Nelson, DC

Dr. Rachelina Kvietkus, MD

Dr. Lisa Orn, DO

Dr. Fernando Escovar, MD

Dr. Carolyn Hudson, MD

Roxanne Wolfram, DNP

Dr. Christina Haimes, MD

Catherine Dos Santos, FNP

Dr. Sarah Krabill, MD

Dr. Basman Salous, MD

Dr. Aaron Barnes, DC

Dr. Julia Freeze, MD

Dr. Timothy Thut, MD

Dr. Eric Lehman, MD

Dr. Stephen Harmon, MD

Dr. Steven Schrock, MD

Laura Wheeler, NP

Dr. Matthew Wells, MD

Dr. Harshil Bhatt, MB Bs

Dr. Brittany Kauffman, MD

Dr. Rene Alonzo, MD

Dr. Thomas Pechin III, MD

Deena Brissett, FNP

Dr. Lane Reed, MD

Dr. Kathryn Michalczyk, MD

Dr. Michael Fecher, MD

Angela Mattern, FNP

Dr. Marlon Brathwaite, MD

Kirby Wilcoxson, FNP

Dr. Jared Dhaemers, MD

Dr. Andrew Lapadat, MD

Dr. Emily Kisor, MD

Dr. Lily Sunio, MD

Dr. Kathryn Bachman, DO

Dr. Sam Borrelli, MD

Dr. Tricia Walters, MD

Dr. David Grellmann, MD

Rebecca Stichter, NP

Dr. Keith Barkow, MD

Dr. Sohaib Aleem, MD

Dr. John Lindsey, MD

Dr. Trisha Imhoff, MD

Dr. Michelle Migliore, DO

Dr. Timothy Nush, MD

Dr. Carla Yoder, MD

Dr. Peter Vance, MD

Dr. Aaron Young, MD

Dr. Nels Leininger, MD

Dr. Kimberly Stuckey-Schrock, MD

Dr. Lisa Felsman, MD

Dr. Catherine Bast, MD

Dr. Edward Boyts, MD

Dr. Neelam Patel, MD

Dr. Stephanie Ruales, MD

Arthritis: Frequently Asked Questions

What causes arthritis? Chevron Icon

Is arthritis a disability? Chevron Icon

Is arthritis a genetic condition? Chevron Icon

What causes arthritis?

Is arthritis a disability?

Is arthritis a genetic condition?