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Osteoarthritis affects the cartilage between joints. Over time the cartilage wears away, allowing the bones to rub together which causes pain, swelling, and loss of motion.
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What is Wear and tear on joints that effects older people?
Osteoarthritis.
Does osteoarthritis most often affects the wrists and elbows?
mostly effects on legs
What type of arthritis is most common in the elderly?
Osteoarthritis, which is a non inflammatory form of arthritis and is often associated with the effects of wear and tear on the joints.
Can you get osteoarthritis of the hand covered by workmans comp?
Osteoarthritis as such would not be covered because it is a disease that is notacquired as a result of the work you do or the strain you put on joints. However the fact that you are suffering the effects of OA as a result of work may cover you. see a lawyer.
Wear and tear arthritis?
The medical term for the form of arthritis that is commonly known as wear-and-tear arthritis is osteoarthritis.
What type of arthritis effects on wrist?
the inflammation that comes from rheumatoid arthritis can be the cause for carpel tunnel syndrome. But then osteoarthritis can also appear in the wrist.
Is Euflexxa a prescription drug?
Euflexxa is a prescription drug used for the treatment of osteoarthritis. One should consult their doctor about this medication as it has many side effects.
What is Degenerative arthritis known as?
"degenerative arthritis" and "osteoarthritis"
Multilevel facet osteoarthritis?
osteoarthritis affecting many vertebrae.
Which body part does osteoarthritis occur?
Osteoarthritis is a SKELETAL disorder.
Who did research on osteoarthritis due to obesity?
Bristol University - Obesity and osteoarthritis
Is it MORE likely that a back injury causes Fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis?
It can certainly be involved in the formation of osteoarthritis.
