South Carolina Social Security Attorneys
Arthritis and Social Security Benefits
What You Need to Know
Arthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health problems in the United States. Arthritis is also the nation’s leading cause of disability among Americans over age 15.
Depending upon the type of arthritis that you suffer from, your arthritis may entitle you to social security benefits. If your arthritis prevents you from working, contact us today for a free consultation to discuss the facts of your situation. We can help ensure that your medical documentation clearly identifies how the symptoms of your arthritis limit your daily activities.
Types of Arthritis
OSTEOARTHRITIS:
- Degenerative joint disease where the cartilage that covers the ends of bones in the joint depreciates and causes pain and loss of movement as the person’s bone begins to rub against another bone.
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS:
- Long-term chronic, systemic inflammatory disorder that leads to inflammation of the joints and surrounding tissues.
ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS:
- affects the spine where there is inflammation and the bones of the spine grow together.
SYSTEMIC LUPUS:
-severe disorder that can agitate and damage joints and surrounding connective tissues throughout the body.
SCLERODERMA:
-connective tissue disease that triggers a thickening and hardening of the skin.
FIBROMYALGIA:
-disease in which there is extensive pain that affects the muscles and attachments to the bone.
Contact Us about SSI Benefits
The best way to learn about SSI benefits is to talk with us at the Strom Law Firm. Call us right now for free. 802.252.4800
