Osteoarthritis Disease Summary

Last updated: 08 August 2024

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Overview

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Overview

Osteoarthritis is a chronic progressive disease where there is degeneration and loss of articular cartilage that occurs together with new bone formation at the joint surfaces and margins that causes pain and deformity.

The patient experiences pain, stiffness, decreased movement, inflammation and crepitus.

The pain is usually aggravated by activities and relieved by rest.

Osteoarthritis Disease Summary

Overview

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