101. Acupuncture For Osteoarthritis Ernst E. Acupuncture as a Symptomatic Treatment of osteoarthritis. A SystematicReview. Identifier AT008 5858 ACUPUNCTURE FOR osteoarthritis Apr-2000 http://www.jr2.ox.ac.uk/bandolier/booth/alternat/AT008.html

@import "../../styles/advanced.css"; Skip navigation Acupuncture for Osteoarthritis Clinical bottom line: There is no evidence that acupuncture is more effective than sham/placebo acupuncture for the relief of joint pain due to osteoarthritis (OA). Most of the existing trials have serious methodological flaws. The two most methodologically rigorous trials showed no difference between the effect of acupuncture and sham acupuncture for pain relief. The trials comparing acupuncture to active treatment controls were of insufficient methodological rigour to determine efficacy. Acupuncture is amongst the most frequently used complementary therapy for OA. About half of all consultations with British acupuncturists are for OA conditions. Systematic review Ernst E. Acupuncture as a Symptomatic Treatment of Osteoarthritis. A Systematic Review. Scand J Rheumatol 1997; 26:444-7 Date review completed: Search completed 1996 Number of trials included: 13 Number of patients: A total of 437 in active and control groups, individual group sizes were not reported Control group: sham acupuncture, TENS, physiotherapy, piroxicam

102. Virtual Hospital: University Of Iowa Family Practice Handbook, Fourth Edition: R Rheumatology osteoarthritis. David C. Krupp, MD and Mark A. Graber, MD osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disease. http://www.vh.org/adult/provider/familymedicine/FPHandbook/Chapter07/03-7.html

University of Iowa Family Practice Handbook, Fourth Edition, Chapter 7 Rheumatology: Osteoarthritis David C. Krupp, MD and Mark A. Graber, MD Departments of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and College of Medicine Peer Review Status: Externally Peer Reviewed by Mosby Overview . Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disease. OA is a condition of synovial joints characterized by focal cartilage loss and an accompanying reparative bone response. Typical radiographic features are joint space narrowing and the presence of osteophytes and sclerosis. OA is strongly related to age. It is rare under 45 years of age without trauma, but at least half of those over age 65 years have radiographic evidence of OA. Types Primary OA . Primary OA is a wear-and-tear phenomenon. OA generally spares the shoulders and MCP joints. Secondary OA . May involve joints that are generally not involved with primary OA, including MCP joints, shoulder, or isolated large joints. It may be related to chondrocalcinosis or another secondary cause (below). Traumatic arthritis secondary to slipped capital femoral epiphysis, congenital hip dislocation, destruction secondary to septic joint, hemophilia, or other injury.

103. Arthritis Insight-Osteoarthritis OsteoarthrtisWhat is it? What are the symptoms? How is it diagnosed and treated?Find that out and more. http://www.arthritisinsight.com/medical/disease/oa/

In this section: Osteoarthritis-Index Disease Description Possible Causes of OA Viscosupplementation Surgical Options Links for more Information Back to Disease Index Current Discussion Archives Survey Disease Index ... Disease Index Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis Our Osteoarthritis survey showed that it is the most common type of arthritis for Arthritis Insight Members. And that is true for the rest of America also. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting an estimated 20.7 million Americans. Almost every person over the age of 75 has OA in at least one joint. However the average age of our respondents with OA was 35-45. Disease Description Symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more. Is it worth all the hype? Surgical Options for OA When nothing else works, sometimes surgery is the answer. Possible Causes of OA There are many factors that lead to the development of osteoarthritis. Viscosupplementation One of the newer treatments for osteoarthritis of the knee is viscosupplementation. Does it work? Links to more information Arthritis Insight isn't the only place on the web to learn about OA. Check out these other sites.

104. Introduction: Osteoarthritis - WrongDiagnosis.com Introduction to osteoarthritis as a medical condition including symptoms, diagnosis,misdiagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis. http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/o/osteoarthritis/intro.htm

Home Symptoms Diseases Risks ... Diseases Search our medical database Subscribe to our free Newsletter sample Send this page to a friend Condition Lists By Organ By Symptom By Class By Prevalence ... List A-Z Current chapter: Osteoarthritis Next sections Basic Summary for Osteoarthritis Prevalence and Incidence of Osteoarthritis Types of Osteoarthritis Causes of Osteoarthritis ... Risk Factors for Osteoarthritis Next chapters: Gout Infectious arthritis Reactive arthritis Fibromyalgia ... Feedback Introduction: Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis typically caused by age-related wear-and-tear. In diagnosis, it must be distinguished from other types of arthritis including rheumatoid arthritis (second-most common type, affecting younger adults and juveniles), and various types of secondary arthritis that are caused by an underlying condition reactive arthritis caused by an infection, psoriatic arthritis from psoriasis gonococcal arthritis from gonorrhea , and others. Other possible conditions with arthritis-like symptoms include ankylosing spondylitis (affecting the spine) and gout Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. This is the form that usually comes with age and most often affects the fingers, knees, and hips. Sometimes osteoarthritis follows an injury to a joint. For example, a young person might hurt his knee badly playing soccer. Then, years after the knee has apparently healed, he might get arthritis in his knee joint.

105. Arthritis Support - Understanding Osteoarthritis Understanding osteoarthritis. What Is It? osteoarthritis literally means degenerativejoint disease. It affects more than 16 million Americans and is the http://www.arthritissupport.com/understanding/osteo/

Arthritis Support .com Arthritis Support - Understanding Osteoarthritis The Latest News Articles The Latest Abstracts The Latest Drug News Search Our Site Arthritis Info. OsteoArthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis Arthritis Resources Treatment Support Groups Message Boards Doctor Referral ... Drug News Understanding Osteoarthritis What Is It? Osteoarthritis literally means "degenerative joint disease." It affects more than 16 million Americans and is the most common form of arthritis. After the age of 45 it occurs ten times more commonly in women than men. Onset of this disease is increasingly common with age, and symptoms usually creep up on people slowly. Causes The most common causes of osteoarthritis are injuries, joint overuse and aging. Scientists also suspect that inherited gene defects may be another factor, and they are currently investigating this link. Studies point to the conclusion that this disease tends to run in families, possibly through a recessive gene. Cartilage Osteoarthritis affects the protective material around joints called cartilage, which covers and cushions the ends of the bones. In a healthy person, cartilage is flexible and hardwearing. However, eventually cartilage frays, wears down, and may even disappear completely, leaving behind a joint consisting of bone meeting bone with no padding. Consequently, the other sections of the joint such as the tendons, ligaments and muscles, become weaker until the joint itself becomes deformed. Prevention Currently, the only known methods of prevention are avoiding repetitive joint injury and weight control.

106. Osteoarthritis 3D Animation Health Animations osteoarthritis. osteoarthritis (OA), or degenerativejoint disease most commonly affects patients who are middle-aged and older. http://www.healthcentral.com/animation/408/22/Osteoarthritis.html

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107. University Of Liverpool What is osteoarthritis? osteoarthritis (OA) occurs when joints fail. Features of osteoarthritis include gradual loss of the tissue lining the joint http://pcwww.liv.ac.uk/sah/conditions/Osteoarthritis.htm

home www.liv.ac.uk Vets site University site THE FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE Faculty of Veterinary Science website Small Animal Hospital Hospital Staff Client Info Referring Vets Services ... Contact us Osteoarthritis by Professor John Innes RCVS Specialist in small animal surgery (orthopaedics) What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA) occurs when joints fail. Joints may fail in many ways, such as instability, fracture, abnormal development. . Features of osteoarthritis include gradual loss of the tissue lining the joint surface (cartilage), extra bone formation at the joint margins, and joint swelling and inflammation. It is clear that the disease process of OA is very complex and is still poorly understood. The biomechanics of the joint are important but so to is the biology - it is certainly not just down to wear and tear. Grade Normal cartilage - white, glistening, smooth Grade 4 Extreme/end-stage erosion - no cartilage remains over whole region View of normal elbow cartilage through an arthroscope View of severe elbow osteoarthritis through an arthroscope - the cartilage is lost and the bone underneath is exposed - this is from an 11 month old dog.

108. Osteoarthritis Of The Knee Hyaluronic Acid Injections Information about osteoarthritis of the knee from the American Academy of FamilyPhysicians. http://familydoctor.org/616.xml

Advanced Search familydoctor.org Home Conditions A to Z Pain Disorders Osteoarthritis of the Knee What is osteoarthritis? What causes osteoarthritis? How can my doctor tell if I have osteoarthritis? How will my doctor treat my osteoarthritis? ... What are hyaluronic acid injections? Osteoarthritis of the Knee: Hyaluronic Acid Injections Printer-friendly version Email this article What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is also called degenerative arthritis or wear-and-tear arthritis. Arthritis is what happens when the tissue that protects the bones wears away. This tissue is called cartilage (say: car-till-edge). Osteoarthritis in the knee can be a painful problem. Return to top What causes osteoarthritis? Doctors don't know what causes joint cartilage to wear away. But they do know that osteoarthritis is more common as you get older or if you are very overweight. Sometimes a serious knee injury can bring on arthritis after a few years. Return to top How can my doctor tell if I have osteoarthritis? Your doctor can find out if you have osteoarthritis by asking you questions about how your knee feels and by giving your knee an exam. Your doctor may want to take x-rays of your knee. These x-rays can help your doctor see how serious the problem is. Return to top How will my doctor treat my osteoarthritis?

109. Osteoarthritis Patient information regarding osteoarthritis. Click here to see pictures ofreal hands with osteoarthritis. Click here to search the web for http://www.eatonhand.com/hw/hw026.htm

sub print olecmd = 6 ' Print Command oleparam = 1 on error resume next WB.ExecWB olecmd, oleparam if err.number then if DA then ' IE4 - User Cancelled alert "Nothing was printed." else ' IE3 - Other Instructions handle_error end if end if end sub What is it? Osteoarthritis is a deterioration of the moving parts of the joints. In the hand, osteoarthritis most often affects the small joints of the fingers and the joint at the base of the thumb - the basal joint . This is sometimes referred to a degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease. Osteoarthritis is primarily treated by medical doctors, and may require treatment by an arthritis specialist. Medical resources on arthritic conditions are available through the American College of Rheumatology What caused it? The exact reason for developing osteoarthritis is not known. It is thought to be due to deterioration of the smooth layer of cartilage which covers the ends of the bones. The small joints of the fingers are prone to breakdown of this layer, which seems to self-destruct in some people early in life. It tends to run in families, and is probably a genetic condition in many people.

110. Arthritis: Osteoarthritis Clinical Example osteoarthritis Search for osteoarthritis finger osteoarthritis hand Case Examples Index Page eHand home. http://www.eatonhand.com/img/IMG00038.htm

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111. Osteoarthritis Current research, treatment and recommendations for people with osteoarthritis. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/901288947.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Arthritis By keywords: Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Osteoarthritis Q: I’ve been reading about a new approach for osteoarthritis sufferers. It is called glucosamine sulfate and is supposed to be a natural chemical to help build cartilage. What is your opinion on this new research? Is it safe? Mary, West Allis. A: I appreciate the specific nature of your question and your use of the term osteoarthritis. This type of arthritis is most common in the elderly and also associated with overuse of a particular joint. The primary problem is a wearing away of the cartilage that covers the joint surfaces that rub against one another. The main purpose of the cartilage is the provision of a smooth surface allowing free and painless movement. Absence or loss of the cartilage drastically increases the friction generated with movements and is the major source of the pain and aching associated with osteoarthritis. The restoration of cartilage would be a dramatic breakthrough in the treatment of osteoarthritis. The chemical you mention is one of a class of chemicals known as proteoglycans. Ann Rosenthal M.D., assistant professor in the Department of Rheumatology at MCW is aware of some European studies involving the injection of these substances directly into one’s affected joints, where there may be a resultant increase in the viscosity or thickness of existing joint fluid, providing better lubrication. The data to support this are minimal and have not resulted in the application of this technique in the United States. She did clearly state that if these chemicals are taken orally, they are passed through one’s digestive system and are useless for the treatment of osteoarthritis.

112. Osteoarthritis CHC Wausau Hospital s Medical Library and Patient Education Center providesresearch services and healthcare information to physicians, http://www.chclibrary.org/micromed/00059180.html

Main Search Index Definition Description Causes ... Resources Osteoarthritis The progression of osteoarthritis. Definition Osteoarthritis (OA), which is also known as osteoarthrosis or degenerative joint disease (DJD), is a progressive disorder of the joints caused by gradual loss of cartilage and resulting in the development of bony spurs and cysts at the margins of the joints. The name osteoarthritis comes from three Greek words meaning bone, joint, and inflammation. Description OA occurs most commonly after 40 years of age and typically develops gradually over a period of years. Patients with OA may have joint pain on only one side of the body and it primarily affects the knees, hands, hips, feet, and spine. Osteoarthritis results from deterioration or loss of the cartilage that acts as a protective cushion between bones, particularly in weight-bearing joints such as the knees and hips. As the cartilage is worn away, the bone forms spurs, areas of abnormal hardening, and fluid-filled pockets in the marrow known as subchondral cysts. As the disorder progresses, pain results from deformation of the bones and fluid accumulation in the joints. The pain is relieved by rest and made worse by moving the joint or placing weight on it. In early OA, the pain is minor and may take the form of mild stiffness in the morning. In the later stages of OA, inflammation develops; the patient may experience pain even when the joint is not being used; and he or she may suffer permanent loss of the normal range of motion in that joint.

113. Hardin MD : Osteoarthritis From the University of Iowa, the *best* lists of Internet sources in osteoarthritis. http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/osteoarthritis.html

Osteoarthritis A service of the University of Iowa Site Map Diseases Home ... Diseases Search Hardin MD See also: Home Arthritis Osteoporisis Popular Women's Health Dermatology Nursing Pharm Infect Disease Arthritis Pictures Back Pain +Pictures Carpal Tunnel Syndrome +Pictures Medical Pictures Osteoporosis +Pictures A Hardin MD Focus Page MEDLINE plus Osteoarthritis Symptoms / Diagnosis National Library of Medicine LookSmart : Osteoarthritis ClinicalTrials.gov : Osteoarthritis National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health Osteoarthritis US Government Hardin Library for the Health Sciences , University of Iowa Please send comments to hardin-webmaster@uiowa.edu The URL for this page is http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/osteoarthritis.html Last updated Thursday, Mar 31, 2005 [osteoarthritus, osteo arthritis, osteoarthritis symptoms, osteoarthritis symptons, osteoarthritis symtoms] [24774

114. Osteoarthritis Treatment of osteoarthritis. osteoarthritis is a joint disease that mostlyaffects the cartilage (KARtil-uj). Cartilage is the slippery tissue that http://www.athealth.com/consumer/disorders/Osteoarthritis.html

Printable Version At Health, Inc. Find a Therapist Click here Consumer Disorders and Conditions > Osteoarthritis advertisement Osteoarthritis What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (AH-stee-oh-ar-THREYE-tis) is the most common type of arthritis, especially among older people. Sometimes it is called degenerative joint disease or osteoarthrosis. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease that mostly affects the cartilage (KAR-til-uj). Cartilage is the slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones in a joint. Healthy cartilage allows bones to glide over one another. It also absorbs energy from the shock of physical movement. In osteoarthritis, the surface layer of cartilage breaks down and wears away. This allows bones under the cartilage to rub together, causing pain, swelling, and loss of motion of the joint. Over time, the joint may lose its normal shape. Also, bone spurs - small growths called osteophytes - may grow on the edges of the joint. Bits of bone or cartilage can break off and float inside the joint space. This causes more pain and damage. People with osteoarthritis usually have joint pain and limited movement. Unlike some other forms of arthritis, osteoarthritis affects only joints and not internal organs. For example, rheumatoid arthritis - the second most common form of arthritis - affects other parts of the body besides the joints. It begins at a younger age than osteoarthritis, causes swelling and redness in joints, and may make people feel sick, tired, and (uncommonly) feverish.

115. Osteoarthritis osteoarthritis. osteoarthritis Information Sheet ~ PDF Books and videos onosteoarthritis available for borrowing by members from the Arthritis Victoria http://www.arthritisvic.org.au/Arthritis/osteoarthritis.htm

Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis Information Sheet ~ PDF Books and videos on Osteoarthritis available for borrowing by members from the Arthritis Victoria Resource Centre Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and the one that is often associated with the changes of ageing. Although it affects a large percentage of people over 60, problems of osteoarthritis can often be found in younger people. People frequently see osteoarthritis as being a progressive and disabling disease. Some people certainly do experience symptoms of severe pain and stiffness. But for many, symptoms are mild and cause only temporary and occasional problems. Osteoarthritis is a condition involving the breakdown of the protective cushion of the cartilage covering the ends of the bones where two bones meet to form a joint. How do healthy joints work? Most of our joints consist of two or more bony surfaces which are carefully shaped to fit together to bear weight and to move freely. The bone ends, known as the articular surface, are covered with a shiny, gristly material called cartilage. Cartilage acts as a shock absorber and provides a smooth surface between the bones to allow easy movement. The joint is enclosed and held together by a tough, fibrous capsule. This capsule is lined with a tissue called synovial membrane (not unlike the type of tissue lining the mouth!). The synovial membrane is vitally important as it produces synovial fluid which nourishes the cartilage and lubricates the joint. It is interesting to note that cartilage has no blood vessels and relies on the synovial fluid moving in and out to provide nutrients and take away the waste products. This fact has highlighted the important place of

116. PRODIGY Guidance - Osteoarthritis Braces and orthoses (shoe insoles) are recommended for osteoarthritis (OA) of Most people with osteoarthritis do not become bad enough to need surgery. http://www.prodigy.nhs.uk/guidance.asp?gt=Osteoarthritis

117. Osteoarthritis Facts - What Is Osteoarthritis? What is osteoarthritis? osteoarthritis is a chronic condition in which tissueknown as cartilage breaks down. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=27871

118. Living Well With Osteoarthritis - Tips On Activity Participation When you have arthritis and nearly 70 million Americans do have somearthritis-related condition - daily life can be filled with many challenges, http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=27872

119. Clinical Trial: Osteoarthritis: Weakness From Inflammation natural history of knee osteoarthritis and the disability that arises from it.We hope to better understand why people with knee osteoarthritis develop http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT00104312

Home Search Browse Resources ... About Osteoarthritis: Weakness from Inflammation This study is currently recruiting patients. Verified by National Institute on Aging (NIA) August 2005 Sponsored by: National Institute on Aging (NIA) Information provided by: National Institute on Aging (NIA) ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: Purpose The purpose of this study is to understand the factors that lead to muscle weakness with arthritis and aging. Condition Osteoarthritis MedlinePlus related topics: Osteoarthritis Study Type: Observational Study Design: Natural History Official Title: Weakness from Inflammation: A Basis of Disability from Knee Osteoarthritis Further Study Details: Expected Total Enrollment: 60 Study start: April 2001; Expected completion: March 2006 Through this study, we hope to learn about the natural history of knee osteoarthritis and the disability that arises from it. We hope to better understand why people with knee osteoarthritis develop difficulty with mobility (e.g. walking, standing) in hopes of finding a cure. There are two visits over a one-week period, and a 2-year follow-up visit. The visits involve a physical exam, a DEXA bone density scan, blood and urine testing, knee x-rays, and electromyography (EMG), and in some cases, a muscle biopsy.

120. ClinicalTrials.gov - Information On Clinical Trials And Human Research Studies: Search results for osteoarthritis CONDITION are shown below. Recruiting,Effects of osteoarthritis Pain, Morphine, and Placebo on Neuroendocrine http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/search?term=Osteoarthritis[CONDITION]

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