Joint Disorders
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Joint disorders cover various changes or discomforts in the joints, the structures that connect bones and allow movement. They may affect one or several joints and have very different origins.
Common symptoms: Pain, stiffness, swelling, redness, or difficulty moving the joint.
Common causes: Inflammatory processes, wear, injuries, or diseases that affect the musculoskeletal system, among others.
When to see a doctor? If joint discomfort persists, limits daily activities, or is accompanied by swelling and redness, it is time to seek guidance.
Which specialist treats them? The rheumatologist focuses on diseases of the joints and connective tissue, while the internist evaluates overall health when several factors are involved. Placing the case in the hands of a professional helps to understand the origin of the discomfort.
Data on 62 doctors who treat joint disorders
Which specialist treats joint disorders?
Joint disorders are evaluated by a rheumatologist, a specialist in joint and musculoskeletal disease. See this specialist if you have persistent pain, stiffness, or swelling in your joints.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in joint disorders
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Michel Villatoro Villar
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. José Alberto Flores Hernández
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Olivia Enriquez Antonio
Frequently asked questions
What is joint disorders?
Joint disorders cover various changes or discomforts in the joints, the structures that connect bones and allow movement. They may affect one or several joints and have very different origins.
Which doctor treats joint disorders?
Joint disorders are evaluated by a rheumatologist, a specialist in joint and musculoskeletal disease. See this specialist if you have persistent pain, stiffness, or swelling in your joints.