For Osteoarthritis we have terms and definitions in 7 topics. The topics are Arthritis, Chiropractic, Health, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Knee Surgery, Medical and Orthopaedic Surgery.

Osteoarthritis (Arthritis)

A condition caused by wear and tear that causes inflammation of the joint, causing swelling, pain, and stiffness.

Osteoarthritis (Chiropractic)

A degenerative form of arthritis that mostly affects the elderly. In some, osteoarthritis may affect the spine's facet joints, making it extremely painful to bend or twist. Osteoarthritis causes the cartilage to break down and away from the joints. Stripped of their protective material, the joints begin rubbing against each other, causing pain and impeding movement. This action further irritates the surrounding nerves. Advanced forms of spinal osteoarthritis lead to disc collapse and other problems.

Osteoarthritis (Health)

A condition caused by wear and tear that causes inflammation of the joint, causing swelling, pain, and stiffness.

Osteoarthritis (Hormone Replacement Therapy)

A form of arthritis in which the a joint degenerates, usually due to "wear and tear," causing pain and restricting movement.

Osteoarthritis (Knee Surgery)

The most common type of arthritis affecting the knee. It is a chronic disease and is characterized by destruction of cartilage, overgrowth of bone, bone spur formation and impaired function. This type of arthritis occurs when bone rubs against bone and occurs in most people as they age.

Osteoarthritis (Medical)

A form of arthritis that causes deterioration and weakening of the bone.

Osteoarthritis (Orthopaedic Surgery)

A condition caused by wear and tear that causes inflammation of the joint, causing swelling, pain, and stiffness.

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