Edwin Moses

The joint lubrication was not what it was when I was competing, and I decided that not having arthritis or rheumatism for the rest of my life was a lot more important to me than returning to the track.

American Athlete

Helen Rowland

Life begins at 40 - but so do fallen arches, rheumatism, faulty eyesight, and the tendency to tell a story to the same person, three or four times.

American Writer

Josh Billings

The best medicine I know for rheumatism is to thank the Lord that it ain't gout.

American Comedian

Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach

We don't believe in rheumatism and true love until after the first attack.

Austrian Novelist

Used mainly in medical or health-related contexts, often discussed among healthcare professionals. Not casual.

Medical Terminology

'Rheumatism' often implies a long-lasting, persistent illness, and it may affect people's perception of health.

Chronic Condition

Though it can affect anyone, rheumatism is commonly associated with older adults in cultural conversations.