Type of joint problem (as described by responder)
| Musculoskeletal problem | Age, years | Males | Females | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncertain diagnosis | 50s | 1 | – | 1 |
| Immune disease/childhood problem | 60s and 70s | – | 3 | 3 |
| Sudden/recent ‘osteoarthritis’ | 60s, 70s, and 80s | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Gradual onset from middle age | 50s, 60s and 70s | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| Very minor joint problem | 60s and 80s | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Osteoarthritis + motor nerve problem | 70s | 2 | – | 2 |
| Long-standing back problem | 60s and 70s | – | 4 | 4 |
| Trauma | 70s | 1 | 1 | 2 |