Arthritis, or inflammation of the joints, can be very painful and debilitating. A common misperception of arthritis is that it is an affliction associated with the aging process. Contrary to what many people believe, arthritis has many causes and affects young and old alike. Forms of arthritis can include bacterial arthritis, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis. The most common form of arthritis is Rheumatoid. Classified as an inflammatory arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis can occur in both juveniles and those who are younger middle age. The exact cause of arthritis is poorly understood, but genetic, immunologic, and infectious origins have all been suggested. At Sackett and Associates, we know how to how to obtain the medical evidence necessary to demonstrate the disabling effects of your progressive degenerative joint disease.