Whether or not traumatic arthritis is crippling depends largely on the severity of the trauma to the joint. Most mild to moderate cases of traumatic arthritis generally have a good prognosis; a small number of severe cases may be left with joint disorders. Traumatic arthritis is a type of osteoarthritis, which mainly involves articular cartilage, and can result in degenerative joint disease, joint aging, and osteophytes due to damage to the articular cartilage. Most mild to moderate cases of traumatic arthritis can be effectively treated to alleviate the symptoms and slow down the progression of the disease. Early and standardized treatment of traumatic arthritis is crucial. If the injury is severe or the optimal time for treatment is missed, joint deformity, limited joint movement and other dysfunctions may remain. This is seen in cases such as complete rupture of the meniscus of the knee, comminuted fracture of the ankle combined with ligament rupture, and so on. If the diagnosis of traumatic arthritis is confirmed, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment as soon as possible in order to reduce the adverse effects of the disease.