Osteoarthritis
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Diet therapy
MSNBC
Could the food that you eat help your osteoarthritis? Learn about some foods that might help provide some relief from symptoms.
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.
Optional remedies
Aetna Intelihealth
Considering alternative therapies for your osteoarthritis? Helpful article gives a brief description of some common complementary treatments.
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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Not the blue ones
NIAMS
Interesting article describes research regarding a damaging Smurf enzyme that might be involved in the development of osteoarthrititis.
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Know your risk
Arthritis Foundation
Find out what modifiable and fixed factors put you at risk for developing primary or secondary osteoarthritis.
self-help submit a link
Aids for osteoarthritis
1 on 1 Health
Make life easier for your joints affected by osteoarthritis with simple devices for use at home or on the go.
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What is osteoarthritis?
Medline Plus
Simple, easy-to-read tutorial gives you the basics about osteoarthritis, including information on causes, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment.
Anatomy of a joint
My Dr
What effect does osteoarthritis have on your joints? Great animation takes a look inside to explain the process.
Detecting joint problems
eHealth MD
How do you know if you have osteoarthritis? Learn about the steps your physician might take to diagnose your condition.
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Removing some bone
Peace Health
Osteotomy is one surgical option for osteoarthritis. Take a look at how the procedure works and potential benefits and risks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
