By skyforbes 
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Joint Dislocation
Joint erosions, which are visible on X-ray, are associated with limited joint mobility and function. As the joint becomes eroded and cartilage is damaged, bone-on-bone contact can be the painful end result.
Severe damage to cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and bone can cause joints to become unstable. Joint instability can lead to subluxation (partial dislocation) or, less often, dislocation.
While many joints can become deformed or subluxed due to RA, toes are among the more common ones. The associated pain, damage, and functional limitations often lead to a loss of mobility.
People who’ve had RA for more than a decade are at risk of developing a condition called cervical myelopathy, in which joints of the spine can dislocate and put pressure on the brain stem, spinal cord, and spinal nerve roots.
This is an uncommon but serious problem that needs to be corrected with surgery to avoid permanent damage.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Healthcare Provider Discussion Guide
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