Arthritis is a disease which has been used to identify more than 100 medical conditions, the most common being Osteoarthritis (OA) and is most prevalent in people over 60, arthritis in its various forms can start as early as infancy. It affects the musculoskeletal system and specifically the joints - where two or more bones meet. Arthritis-related joint problems include pain, stiffness, inflammation and damage to joint cartilage (the tough, smooth tissue that covers the ends of the bones, enabling them to glide against one another) and surrounding structures. Such damage can lead to joint weakness, instability and visible deformities that, depending on the location of joint involvement, can interfere with the most basic daily tasks such as walking, climbing stairs, using a computer keyboard, cutting your food or brushing your teeth.

Many forms of arthritis are classified as systemic, meaning they can affect the whole body. In these diseases, arthritis can cause damage to virtually any bodily organ or system, including the heart, lungs, kidneys, blood vessels and skin. Arthritis-related conditions primarily affect the muscles and the bones.

There is no best treatment for everyone who has a particular type of arthritis, as each individual may respond differently to different treatments. In arthritis management, the emphasis is on improving function of joints and relieving pain. (http://www.arthritis.org)

Emu oil may help in the management of symptoms, due to the natural penetrating and healing properties. It has a known natural anti-inflamatory and Linoleic acid which helps wound healing, without it wounds tend to heal poorly. Testimonials from users, professionals (chiropractors, medical doctors, massage therapist, pharmacists, etc.) has shown Emu Oil to be anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-microbial.

http://www.arthritis.org

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthritis