Arthritis
American Academy of Family Physicians - This site offers a question and answer format discussing osteoarthritis causes and treatment as well as a list of devices to assist in mobility.
Questions and Answers about Knee Problems
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - This site discusses common knee problems, prevention, diagnosis, exercises and highlights of current research.
Joint Replacement Surgery: Information for Multicultural Communities
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - Information is provided here on evaluation criteria for patients considering surgery, what happens during joint replacement surgery, and successful recovery.
Osteoarthritis of the Knee
American Academy of Family Physicians - This site offers information on causes, diagnosis and treatment options for osteoarthritis of the knee.
Hip Fracture
American Academy of Family Physicians - Information is provided on symptoms of hip fracture and surgical treatment, recovery and possible complications of surgery.
Fast Facts About Hip Replacement
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - This site offers brief information on who is a candidate for hip replacement, preparation and recovery from surgery, as well as the importance of exercises to aid in mobility.
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Key Terms
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - This site offers a useful glossary of terms on arthritis, knee anatomy, diagnostic options and treatments.
What Are the Parts of the Knee
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - A helpful diagram of the knee and description of the parts of the knee are included in this link.
Knee MRI Scan
MedlinePlus, NIH - This site provides a good overview of why this diagnostic test is done, how to prepare for it and the types of abnormal results that can be found.
Knee Joint Replacement
MedlinePlus, NIH - This site provides an overview of the surgical procedure to replace the knee joint, including preparation for surgery, risks, and recovery. Illustration included.
Hip Joint Replacement (images)
MedlinePlus, NIH - A series of illustrations show the hip joint replacement procedure.
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Arthritis
Mayo Clinic - This site provides good discussion of arthritis, including the symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic tests, and treatment options.
Meniscal Tears
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - This is a good brief description of the causes, symptoms, imaging tests, and treatment for meniscal tears.
Patella (Knee Cap) Fractures
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - This site provides a discussion of the anatomy of the knee, the types of fractures, imaging tests for diagnosis, and surgical treatment for knee cap problems.
Knee Bursitis
Mayo Clinic - Information is provided on the definition, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Hip Bursitis
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - This site offers a good overview of the risk factors, symptoms, treatment and prevention of this condition.
*Information provided in these databases and websites should not be viewed as a means
for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis,
or treatment.
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