Also used are jasper (red) and fluorite (blue). The serpentine subgroup (part of the kaolinite-serpentine group) are greenish, brownish, or spotted minerals commonly found in serpentinite rocks. They are used as a source of magnesium and asbestos, and as a decorative stone. The name is thought to come from the greenish color being that of a serpent.
Carrying extra weight causes more stress on the joints. Being obese therefore tends to accelerate the onset of OA. If you have arthritis, you know how difficult it can be to exercise with joint pain. Physical activity is key to weight loss, so having arthritis can make it even more difficult to drop those extra pounds.
Osteoarthritis is the most common of the more than 100 kinds of arthritis and the hip joint is the second most commonly affected large joint in the body. Osteoarthritis of the hip results in pain, stiffness and joint deformity which can affect oneâs ability to walk work and enjoy life. Osteoarthritis of the Hip (Hip Arthritis): Degenerative Joint Disease can cause pain, stiffness, and cartilage breakdown. 2  Hip and Knee Questions and Answers. 3  Osteoarthritis of the Knee (Knee Arthritis): Degenerative Joint Disease can cause pain, stiffness, and cartilage breakdown.