Morning Stiffness in Joints
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Kaito Nakamura, MD (Rheumatology & Allergy)
Dr. Nakamura is a rheumatologist who has practiced in the Ota Nishinouchi Hospital attached to Ota General Hospital, National Health Insurance Matsudo City Hospital, Chiba University Hospital, and the National Health Insurance Asahi Central Hospital.
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Content updated on Jan 4, 2023
About the symptom
Morning stiffness is the sensation of difficulty moving a joint or the apparent loss of range of motion of a joint that occurs in the morning usually after getting up.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Morning stiffness in joints
Possible causes
- osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease that makes your bones weak and brittle, resulting in the bone to fracture easily even with minor trauma or stress (for instance, after a simple fall). It may be caused due to long-term low calcium intake, estrogen deficiencies in women, and an inactive lifestyle.
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
An inflammatory disease affecting multiple joints, particularly in the hands and feet. The cause is autoimmunity (body's immune system attacking itself).
- Lumbar spondylosis
A condition in which the backbones (lumbar spine) become damaged due to wear and tear. Risk factors include repetitive back strain, carrying heavy loads, and obesity.
- Chronic pain
- Polymyalgia rheumatica
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)
- Scleroderma
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you have joint stiffness that last for more than an hour in the morning?
Is the affected area red?
Is the affected area swollen?
Do you have a fever?
Do you feel fatigued?
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Reviewed By:
Kaito Nakamura, MD (Rheumatology & Allergy)
Dr. Nakamura is a rheumatologist who has practiced in the Ota Nishinouchi Hospital attached to Ota General Hospital, National Health Insurance Matsudo City Hospital, Chiba University Hospital, and the National Health Insurance Asahi Central Hospital.
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