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Whats the best managent for arthritis stage 3 in a 55 year old female?

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Conservative: Begin with low-impact exercise, weight-loss, and over-the-counter pain meds. Your surgeon may recommend joint injections as well. Surgery as a last resort.

Answered 8/29/2013

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