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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis or degenerative arthritis is one of the more prevalent forms of arthritis that is more likely to come with age but can also be brought on by accidental joint damage. It is most prevalent in load bearing joints like knees, feet, hips, shoulders and the back.
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It basically boils down to there is a build up of bone Probably the result of some form of arthritis's. that is growing into a nerve restricting it. this results in pain and other problems.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of mechanical local vibration in knee osteoarthritis?
mechanical local vibration in knee osteoarthritis is usefull
What is narrowing of the neural forma mean?
narrowing of the neural forma means, a constricted or narrow opening that nerves pass through.
Depending on the narowed area where the nerves pass through the spinal cord will dictate the parts of body affected by neuroforaminal stenosis.
common symptoms are: Pain,Tingling, Numbness, Weakness.
What is 7 glenohumeral osteoarthritis?
People that have glenohumeral osteoarthritis gradually develop anterior shoulder pain and stiffness this may happen over a period of months or even years. The pain is made worse by activity and relieved by rest, although patients may complain of night pain
Can an injury to an osgood schlatters knee develop into osteoarthritis later in life?
Any injury to a joint can lead to to osteoarthritis
What alternative therapies can help with osteoarthritis?
Vibrational therapy is effective for many people who suffer with musculoskeletal problems. Some chiropractors may be able to help you with this. In fact, Chiropractors are often very helpful in dealing with many of these disorders.
Why all aged are not suffering from osteoarthritis?
Wedon't know exactly what cause osteoarthritis especially in situations where there was no trauma on the joints. therefore we also don't know why some people never have a problem with it. It is understood that there seems to often be a genetic link where joint linings have a tendency to break down early.
How is primary lateral sclerosis diagnosed?
Diagnosis is based on the observance of the muscle weakness and the progressive worsening of the weakness. The diagnosis can be delayed because the disease is mistaken for ALS. What rules out most is a full EMG, Mayo had me do. With all tests In 4 months I was diagnosed and that was a fast results! Praise to God you don't have it!
Can diazepam Valium ease osteoarthritis pain of the lower back spine.?
Yes! I'm taking it for bladder pain and I have severe osteo arthritis of my knees and it's relieving significant pain from both.
How long can osteoarthritis stay the same if you have it at 40?
That depends largely on the amount of use you make of the affected joints.
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How has osteopathy become popular today?
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There is not enough info to answer this question you should ask your doctor or ask another doctor.
What is the cause of pain and stiffness of the second and third finger joints?
It sounds as though you may have some sort of arthritis. However to find out what exactly the problem is you will need to see a medic and have some tests done. This would be a wise course of action as arthritis left untreated can bring about irreparable damage to joints. It wont necessarily stop in your hands.
Can cycling reduce osteoarthritis?
You have to be careful that you do the right sort of exercise when dealing with arthritic joints. it depend on what joints are affected. having strong muscles surrounding affected joints is a good ide however you have to achieve them without damaging the joint further.
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To date there is no cure for osteoarthritis there are only treatments to control inflammation when it happens, pain and exercises to take the strain of the effected joints, In some cases surgery may be necessary to cause joints to work better or to replace them altogether with prosthesis.
Rhus toxicondron is a homeopathic treatment based on poison ivy and there seem to be no definitive test results available on its effectiveness. this does not necessary mean it does not work however but if it did I feel word would spread rapidly.
What are the medical center for osteoarthritis in US?
just google "osteoartritis medical centers usa" and take your pick.
Is it MORE likely that a back injury causes Fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis?
It can certainly be involved in the formation of osteoarthritis.
What is lipping of vertebraes?
Lipping occurs in the vertebrae as humans age. Lipping of the vertebrae is the formation of bone between the vertebrae, commonly known as bone spurs.
What is unconvertebal joint osteophyte formation mean?
When you get degenerative changes (wear-and-tear) of your joints, one of the things that can happen is the formation of bone spurs. The technical term for this is "osteophyte" formation. The uncovertebral joints are between the bones in your neck. These terms together mean that you have some degenerative change in your neck, which is not uncommon as people age. More specifics would need to be known to determine how much, if any, these changes are affecting how you feel.
