Did you know shea butter is one of the best natural ingredients for arthritis? Learn how to use shea butter for arthritis with our special recipes and tips. What is Arthritis? Arthritis is a degenerative condition characterized by inflammation of the joints. An inflamed joint can develop localized heat, stiffness, redness, swelling and pain. More than 100 types of arthritis have been found. Some of these are: psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, osteoarthritis and more. The form or type of arthritis dictates its cause. For instance, abnormalities in metabolism will result in gout and pseudogout. Continue Reading