Ostheoarthritis 0.0 / 5 ? MedicineOstheoarthritisUniversityNone Created by: sagaletsCreated on: 15-05-17 23:14 What is osteoarthritis? Chronic degeneration of the synovial joints characterised by 'wear and tear' of the joints. Breakdown of the articulate cartilage 1 of 6 Who is most susceptible for the development of osteoarthritis? older women, obese people, previous trauma, genetic link 2 of 6 Is there systemic involvement and inflammation in osteoporosis? No 3 of 6 What is the treatment ladder for osteoarthritis? 1.Lifestyle advice 2.Topical NSAIDs and paracetamol 3.Oral NSAIDs / capsaicin cream/ intraarticular corticosteroids 4.Weak opioids 4 of 6 What is the main lifestyle advice for osteosrthritis? Weight loss, healthy diet, increased activity, 5 of 6 How can joints, affected by arthritis, be deformed? Joints may have bony growth around the affected area 6 of 6
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