Osteoarthritis Overview

Osteoarthritis Guide

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  • Summary
  • Definition
  • Symptoms
  • Causes
  • Treatment
  • Other Names
  • When to Contact a Medical Professional
  • Possible Complications
  • Outlook (Prognosis)
  • Prevention
  • Exams and Tests
  • Support Groups
  • References
Reviewed By Thomas N. Joseph, MD

Definition

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder.


Symptoms

The symptoms of osteoarthritis include:

  • Deep aching joint pain that gets worse after exercise or putting weight on it and is relieved by rest
  • Grating of the joint with motion
  • Joint pain in rainy weather
  • Joint swelling
  • Limited movement
  • Morning stiffness

Some people might not have symptoms.


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Encyclopedia: Osteoarthritis

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Osteoarthritis , is a clinical syndrome in which low-grade inflammation results in pain in the joints, caused by abnormal wearing of the cartilage that covers and acts as a cushion inside joints and destruction or decrease of synovial fluid that lubricates those joints. As the bone surfaces become less well protected by cartilage, the patient experiences pain upon weight bearing, including walking and standing. Due to decreased movement because of...

Yahoo! Answers

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I have osteoarthritis in my lower back lumbar disk, and doing excercises like sit-ups can...

I have had osteoarthritis since I was fifteen. I also have rheumatoid arthritis. I had a laminectomy on my lumbar spine which has given me relief. Do...

Asked by tear.drop - 24 months ago

what excercise can I do with osteoarthritis in hips and lower back, also in the...
I have osteoarthritis in both hips, lower back and also have cervical spondolosis. I...

swimming is really good for all muscles, and good with OA as it's non-weightbearing, so won't exacerbate your symptoms.

Asked by lyndadollygreen - 3 months ago

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