Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs ArthropathyUpdated: 2017-06-13OverviewArthropathy is a term for any disease of the joints. Some examples are arthritis, Charcot joint, and diabetic hand syndrome. SymptomsSymptoms may include joint inflammation, joint deterioration because of nerve damage, and limited movement. TreatmentsDepending on the cause, treatment might involve medications, physical therapy, or surgery. © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use