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Common Conditions That Cause Disability

Arthritis and other musculature problems. These are the most common causes of long-term disability. They make up as much as a third of all disability cases. Arthritis is probably the biggest single cause.About 1 in 3 people say arthritis affects their ability to do their jobs in some way, according to the CDC.
Other muscle and joint problems -- bad backs, bones that never mend, bad hips -- are common causes of disability too, says Matt Tassey. He's a former chairman of the nonprofit Life and Foundation for Education (LIFE).