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Introduction to Osteoarthritis

Daily Life With Osteoarthritis
Treatment & Therapy for Osteoarthritis
More Information
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Reference by Appointment

Basic Information
Fast Facts: What is Osteoarthritis? (PDF)
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - Basic osteoarthritis facts in an easy-to-read publication for the public.

Patient Page: Osteoarthritis

Journal of the American Medical Association - An introduction to osteoarthritis of the knee.

Reference
Definition of Osteoarthritis
Medline Plus - A basic definition.

Medical Encyclopedia: Osteoarthritis
Medline Plus - Definitions and images
            Knee
            Hand

Osteoarthritis Keywords
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - A glossary of words pertaining to osteoarthritis.

Overviews

Osteoarthritis
Mayo Clinic - Tips on coping with osteoarthritis, including lifestyle changes.

Osteoarthritis Pamphlet
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases - General information with illustrations on osteoarthritis.

Arthritis Types: Overview

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - Arthritis basics including management, risk factors, and frequently asked questions.

Osteoarthritis Facts (PDF)
American College of Rheumatology - A printable fact sheet with diagrams. Also available in Spanish.


*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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