Osteoarthritis

treatments

Osteotomy is one surgical option for osteoarthritis. Take a look at how the procedure works and potential benefits and risks.

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Seeking relief from osteoarthritis in the form of a pill or cream? Fantastic resource outlines different options, including the pros and cons and price comparisons.

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A shot in the knee

Cleveland Clinic

If traditional therapy for osteoarthritis is not working for you, you might benefit from vicosupplementation. Learn about how this procedure works, including risks and benefits.

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Management for osteoarthritis

Arthritis Foundation

Discover your options for osteoarthritis symptom relief. Includes a brief overview of conservative and surgical treatments and tips for protecting your joints and avoiding pain.

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Artificial joints

Arthritis Care

Joint replacement is a surgical option for severe osteoarthritis. View the total joints animation to see how replacement works for the shoulder, knee or hip.

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symptoms

Simple, easy-to-read tutorial gives you the basics about osteoarthritis, including information on causes, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment.

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What effect does osteoarthritis have on your joints? Great animation takes a look inside to explain the process.

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How do you know if you have osteoarthritis? Learn about the steps your physician might take to diagnose your condition.

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self-help

Make life easier for your joints affected by osteoarthritis with simple devices for use at home or on the go.

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risks

Know your risk

Arthritis Foundation

Find out what modifiable and fixed factors put you at risk for developing primary or secondary osteoarthritis.

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causes

Interesting article describes research regarding a damaging Smurf enzyme that might be involved in the development of osteoarthrititis.

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alternatives

Could the food that you eat help your osteoarthritis? Learn about some foods that might help provide some relief from symptoms.

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Reviewing the evidence

Am. Acad. of Family Physicians

Lengthy article provides a review of commonly used dietary supplements for osteoarthritis. Includes details on effectiveness, dosages, cost and recommendations for use.

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Optional remedies

Aetna Intelihealth

Considering alternative therapies for your osteoarthritis? Helpful article gives a brief description of some common complementary treatments.

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Joint fitness

AGS Foundation for Health in Aging

Exercise might be beneficial for your osteoarthritis. Read about the benefits of exercise for your joints, including steps for getting started and typical exercise routines.

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Felisha Griffin
North Carolina