Musculoskeletal joint pain refers to pain or discomfort in the joints and surrounding muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, inflammation, and degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease that affects the cartilage that cushions the joints. It is the most common form of arthritis and typically affects older adults, but it can also occur in younger people as a result of joint injury or other conditions. The symptoms of OA include joint pain, stiffness, and decreased range of motion.
There are many other issues that can occur within a joint, many of which can be managed effectively with physiotherapy alone