A muscle condition which causes the range of motion of a joint to be limited. The condition can occur in numerous joints or in only a few and the degree of limitation of joint movement may also vary greatly - sometimes the range is limited so little that it is barely noticeable. Some types of arthrogryposis are inherited and some aren't. A person is born with the condition which is not a progressive disorder although it may also occur in joints that are not used for a long time - eg a broken limb in a cast.
See full list of 23 symptoms of Arthrogryposis
Review possible medical complications related to Arthrogryposis:
Research the causes of these diseases that are similar to, or related to, Arthrogryposis:
Book excerpts: Copyright © 2008 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. All rights reserved.
Read more about symptoms of Arthrogryposis
See full list of 10 causes of Arthrogryposis
Read more about causes of Arthrogryposis.
More information about causes of Arthrogryposis:
"I authorize the release of any medical or other information necessary to process this claim." Do you recognize these words? You should, if...
Whenever you go to a hospital or clinic for a major procedure or diagnostic test, one of the many forms you are given to sign is an "informed...
Sexual contact can sometimes result in problems. An unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases may be some of those consequences. But by...
Sleep is necessary to feel refreshed, but now we know sleep actually impacts the way the body functions. Sleeping poorly can affect how often you get...
Read more about Types of Arthrogryposis
Related forums and medical stories:
Read about other experiences, ask a question about Arthrogryposis, or answer someone else's question, on our message boards:
» Next page: What is Arthrogryposis?
What do you think about the features of this website? Take our user survey and have your say:
Next articles:
Tools & Services:
Medical Articles:
Search Specialists by State and City
By using this site you agree to our Terms of Use. Information provided on this site is for informational purposes only; it is not intended as a substitute for advice from your own medical team. The information on this site is not to be used for diagnosing or treating any health concerns you may have - please contact your physician or health care professional for all your medical needs. Please see our Terms of Use.
Copyright © 2009 Health Grades Inc. All rights reserved.
