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TODAY'S FEATURE ARTICLE:Thursday March 18, 2010
Management of inflammatory arthritis in older people
Paskins Z et al. – Musculoskeletal symptoms are extremely common, with almost one–third of people aged 75 years and over having a significant musculoskeletal problem. Joint pain due to inflammatory arthritis is important to identify, as it is potentially treatable. In elderly patients, inflammatory arthritis may not present in the ‘classical’ way, may present with non–specific symptoms and may co–exist with other musculoskeletal problems, all of which can result in diagno ...   Click Here to Read More
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Definition of Arthritis
Arthritis literally means joint inflammation, and it can affect joints in any part of the body. Joints are places in the body where two bones meet...
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Causes and Risk Factors -Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis results from the interaction of many factors such as genes, hormones, and the environment. Research suggests that a person's genetic makeup is important...
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Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis treatment plans often include ways to manage pain and improve function. Such plans can include exercise, rest and joint care, pain relief, weight control, medicines, surgery...
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About 1 child in every 1,000 develops some type of juvenile arthritis. These disorders can affect children at any age, although they are uncommon in the first six months of life...
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