Periarthritis

Generality

Periarthritis is the chronic inflammation of one or more structures that make up a joint.

Specifically, these structures are: the joint capsule, the tendons, the ligaments and the layers of cartilage that cover the joint surfaces.
According to scientific studies, several factors contribute to the development of periarthritis, including: age over 50, female sex, past joint injuries and diabetes.
Typical symptoms and signs of periarthritis are: joint pain, joint stiffness and joint swelling.
The most common types of periarthritis in humans include: periarthritis of the shoulder, also known as frozen shoulder, and periarthritis of the hip.