What are the early signs of osteoarthritis?

Pain areas: in the joints, hands, hip, knee, lower back, or neck
Pain circumstances: can occur related to weather
Pain types: can be severe in the joints
Joints: stiffness, crackles, swelling, or tenderness
Hand: bump on the finger or bony outgrowth in fingers or toes
Also common: joint deformity or limping

Joint pain in the hands, neck, lower back, knees, or hips is the most common symptom

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