Arthritis Risk Factor Assessment

Question One​

What is your age?


 Under 30 years

 30-39 years

 40-49 years

 50-59 years

 60-69 years

 70-79 years

 80+ years
 
 

Your Selection: Under 30

While a person can develop arthritis at any age, rheumatoid arthritis most commonly appears after the age of 30 and osteoarthritis after the age of 40. However, staying active, maintaining a healthy weight and protecting your joints now can help you reduce your risk of developing arthritis at a later age. Approximately 1 in 2 people over the age of 65 has arthritis. Though it’s not an inevitable part of aging, the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age. It’s never too early to start looking after your joints! To learn more, visit arthritis.ca external link.

Your Selection: 30-39

While a person can develop arthritis at any age, rheumatoid arthritis most commonly appears after the age of 30 and osteoarthritis after the age of 40. However, staying active, maintaining a healthy weight and protecting your joints now can help you reduce your risk of developing arthritis at a later age. If you begin to experience symptoms of joint pain lasting more than six weeks, be sure to speak to your doctor about it. Though it’s not an inevitable part of aging, the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age. It’s never too early to start looking after your joints! To learn more, visit arthritis.ca external link.

Your Selection: 40-49

Symptoms of osteoarthritis are often first experienced between the ages of 40-60. Approximately 1 in 10 people between 35-49 years old lives with arthritis. If you begin to experience symptoms of joint pain lasting more than six weeks, be sure to speak to your doctor about it. Though it’s not an inevitable part of aging, the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age. Nearly 1 in 2 people over the age of 65 has arthritis. However, staying active, maintaining a healthy weight and protecting your joints now can help you reduce your risk of developing arthritis at a later age. To learn more, visit arthritis.ca external link.

Your Selection: 50-59

Symptoms of osteoarthritis are often first experienced between the ages of 40-60. More than a quarter of all people between the ages of 50-64 live with arthritis. If you begin to experience symptoms of joint pain lasting more than six weeks, be sure to speak to your doctor about it. Though it’s not an inevitable part of aging, the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age. Approximately 1 in 2 people over the age of 65 has arthritis. However, staying active, maintaining a healthy weight and protecting your joints can help you reduce your risk of developing arthritis and can minimize arthritis symptoms. To learn more, visit arthritis.ca external link.

Your Selection: 60-69

Though it’s not an inevitable part of aging, the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age. Approximately 1 in 2 people over the age of 65 has arthritis. However, staying active, maintaining a healthy weight and protecting your joints can help you reduce your risk of developing arthritis and can minimize arthritis symptoms. If you begin to experience symptoms of joint pain lasting more than six weeks, be sure to speak to your doctor about it. To learn more about arthritis and steps you can take to protect your joints, visit arthritis.ca external link.

Your Selection: 70-79

Though it’s not an inevitable part of aging, the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age. Approximately 1 in 2 people over the age of 65 has arthritis. However, staying active and keeping the muscles around your joints strong, as well as reducing excess body weight can help you lower your risk of developing arthritis and can minimize arthritis symptoms. If you begin to experience symptoms of joint pain lasting more than six weeks, be sure to speak to your doctor about it. To learn more about arthritis and steps you can take to protect your joints, visit arthritis.ca external link.

Your Selection: 80+

Though it’s not an inevitable part of aging, the risk of developing most types of arthritis increases with age. Approximately 1 in 2 people over the age of 65 has arthritis. However, staying active and keeping the muscles around your joints strong, as well as reducing excess body weight can help you lower your risk of developing arthritis and can minimize arthritis symptoms. Low-impact activities such as water exercise, stretching or neuromuscular exercise for strength can help you maintain fitness levels while minimizing strain on joints. If you begin to experience symptoms of joint pain lasting more than six weeks, be sure to speak to your doctor about it. To learn more about arthritis and steps you can take to protect your joints, visit arthritis.ca external link.

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Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes and should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem. The information provided is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, you should consult with your health care provider.