Research in the United States shows that the failure rate is 15% to 28% per annum. And, both men and women are frustrated by having to interrupt at the last moment. Arthritis refers to arthritis, but the term is used to describe about 200 conditions that affect the joints, periarticular and other connective tissue. This is a rheumatism. Normal wear leads to OA, which is one of the most common forms of arthritis. Infection or injury to the joints can exacerbate this natural breakdown of cartilage tissue. If you have a family history of the disease, your risk of developing OA may be even higher.