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When you have RA, the inflammation in your joints can cause grinding noises, particularly during movement. This happens because RA affects the synovium (joint lining) and damages the surrounding tissues, including cartilage that normally helps joints move smoothly.

The grinding or clicking sounds often come with pain Show Full Answer

When you have RA, the inflammation in your joints can cause grinding noises, particularly during movement. This happens because RA affects the synovium (joint lining) and damages the surrounding tissues, including cartilage that normally helps joints move smoothly.

The grinding or clicking sounds often come with pain because the joint surfaces are no longer gliding smoothly against each other. This is especially noticeable after periods of inactivity or in the morning. Many myRAteam members report experiencing these painful joint noises along with symptoms like:
- Stiffness, especially in the morning
- Warmth in the affected joints
- Redness around joints
- Reduced range of motion
- Pain that worsens with activity

If you're experiencing new or worsening joint noises with pain, it's important to discuss this with your rheumatologist as it could indicate disease progression requiring treatment adjustment.

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