Question 1

what is osteoarthritis?

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Cartilage breakdown: Oa occurs as the joint lining or articular cartilage begins to breakdown. The breakdown can be a result of trauma, injury, oversuse, malalignment, increased stress from excess weight, poor nutrition, a lack of exercise, or a combination of any of these items.

Question 2

is osteoarthritis reversible?

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Not by : Conservative care, debatable with certain surguries...

Question 3

what are signs of osteoarthritis?

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Pain: Pain is not always the primary symptom of osteoarthreitis, particularly at at its earliest stages. Nor does osteoathritis of the spine always cause pain. It does cause pain especially in the the major joints of the body, ie the shoulders, hips and knees.  There will be pain with weightbearing and there will be limited range of motion. X-rays will show osteoarthritis and should be done when suspect.

Question 4

how can improve my osteoarthritis?

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Many things.: Exercise regularly. Take meds for the pain ( usually Acetaminophen and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory).  Take meds before pain inducing activities. Consider injections of meds or surgery. Try msm/ glucosamine/chondoitin. Go to physical therapy.

Question 5

is osteoarthritis affected by temp ?

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Yes: Temperature variations do not cause osteoarthritis, but patients with osteoarthritis seem to do much better in warm environments.  In general, cold temperatures can make arthritic joints stiff and aching. Where warm temperatures tend to loosen up and lessen pain in arthritic joints   thank you.

Question 6

what are the tests for osteoarthritis?

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Exam and x-ray: Clinical examination and x-ray.  But remember that vertebral osteophytes do not diagnosis osteoarthriits.

Question 7

how to get relief from osteoarthritis?

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You: Can use warm compresses, depending on the joint involved use stabilizers to minimize movement around the joint during movement, pt to strengthen the muscles around the joint and use of pain medications. Injections into the joint sometimes are helpful and also weight loss in obese people.

Question 8

what is osteoarthritis? what causes it?

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Wear and tear arthri: This is more mechanical in most  people. With  maturity, with previous injuries, in some with genetics,  being over weight, previous joint surgery the joints lose cartilage as it wears down and thins  out and development of  bone spurring as part of the mechanical damage.  There can be metabolic issues  related to the bone and cartilage plays a role but both wear out.

Question 9

what can i do to not get osteoarthritis?

Accepted Answer

Choose your parents: The reality of osteoarthritis as we understand it today is that genetics is likely the single most important factor in deciding the time of onset, the sites affected, and the severity of disease. That said, taking care of your joints can probably make a difference. Exercise helps maintain strength and range of motion. Get up and move around because, for good or ill, you can't choose your parents!

Question 10

how to reduce the pain of osteoarthritis?

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Pls : Pls see my health guide on this site.

http://www.avvo.com/health-guides/dr-mark-gallands-conservative-care-of-knee-osteoarthritis

then seek the advice and consultation of your primary doctor or local orthopaedist.

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