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Get Healthy @ the Library

Get Healthy @ the Library

Treatment & Therapy for Osteoarthritis

Introduction to Osteoarthritis
Daily Life With Osteoarthritis
More Information
Books & More
Reference by Appointment

Treatment
Treatment Programs
NIH Senior Health - Consumer health information on exercise, medications, and surgery as part of a treatment program. Online videos are also available.

Patient Information: Osteoarthritis Treatment

UpToDate - Comprehensive information on pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.

Choosing Pain Medicine for Osteoarthritis
(PDF)
Agency for Healthcare, Research, and Quality - A consumer summary guide describing different kinds of pain relievers, their benefits, and their risks.

Surgery
Hip Replacement Improves Function at Any Age
Arthritis Foundation - A research update on hip replacement for increased physical function and self-care ability.

Making a Better Joint Replacement

Arthritis Foundation - A research update on surgical procedures for hip and joint replacement.

Surgical Treatments for Osteoarthritis of the Knee

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - Designed for the layperson, this web site describes three types of knee surgery.

Rehabilitation
Treatments for Osteoarthritis
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - Links to exercise and rehabilitation treatment options. Limited information also available in Spanish.

How Occupational and Physical Therapy Can Help You

Cleveland Clinic - Examples of osteoarthritis therapies.

Complementary Therapies

Non-surgical Treatments for Osteoarthritis
Arthritis Foundation - An overview of alternative therapies for treatment of osteoarthritis.

Supplement Guide

Arthritis Today - A guide to the basics about supplements including facts, buying tips, and safety.

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