Although children can develop almost any type of arthritis that affects adults, the most common type that affects children is juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. This form of arthritis occurs in children ages 16 or younger and often causes joint swelling and pain, growth and development problems, and decreased range of motion within the affected joints. Medication, physical therapy, and exercise are the main components of a treatment plan for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
(Click Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis to learn more about this condition, including statistics on how common it is and a more detailed list of treatment options that are available. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
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