to twist without thinking, getting up from a chair, gripping a utensil, walking comfortably, or handling a doorknob. When tasks you used to do on autopilot now require extra effort, it’s a signal that the underlying joint problem is affecting your daily life.
7. Fatigue Alongside Multiple Painful Joints
Tiredness alone is common and rarely points to arthritis on its own. But persistent fatigue combined with several swollen or painful joints deserves attention. This combination can be a feature of inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, where the immune system
