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Comparison Of Osteoarthritis Drugs
| Osteoarthritis (OA) also known as degenerative joint disease is caused by wear and tear of cartilage that covers and acts as cushion inside joints and also lubricates the joints. Osteoarthritis commonly affects hips, feet, spine, knees and the large weight bearing joints such as hips and knees. |
As OA progresses, the effected joints appear large and there is low-grade inflammation in the joints. Pain relief is the primary objective of osteoarthritis medication. Some of the drugs commonly prescribed for osteoarthritis treatment are Paracetamol or Acetaminophen celexocib( brand name Celebrex), Aspirin, Ibuprofen( brand name Motrin ), Nabumetone, Diclofenac(marketed as Volatren) and Narcotics. More...
How To Treat Osteoarthritis In The Shoulder
Shoulder osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease of shoulder is caused by wear and tear of articular cartilage (cartilage is a smooth shiny material that covers joints allowing them to glide easily as you move). It is caused due to progressive wearing away of cartilage. Osteoarthritis of shoulder mainly affects two joints, the acromioclavicular joint and the glenohumeral joint. Shoulder osteoarthritis mostly affects people above 50 years of age.
Treatment of shoulder osteoarthritis differs from patients to patients. Not all treatment options are appropriate for every patient with shoulder osteoarthritis. One must consult a physician or physical therapist before undergoing any treatment. Treatment options may include activity modification, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs, and surgery. More...
Osteoarthritis And Overlying Work Injury
Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is commonly caused due to wear and tear of cartilages present in the joints. It occurs mainly in older people, particularly in people over 50 years of age. Osteoarthritis usually targets weight bearing joints, such as the hip, knees, feet and spine.
One of the major causes of development of secondary osteoarthritis in younger people is repetitive and overuse of joints. Excessive exercise and repetitive motions damages the cartilage in the joints and thus increases the risk of developing osteoarthritis. Excess weight also increases the risk of developing osteoarthritis in the knees, and possibly in the knees and hips.More...
Treating Osteoarthritis And Hypertension In A Patient
Osteoarthritis and hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) are highly prevalent among older people in the US, the UK and Canada. As people age, the chances of getting osteoarthritis increase along with the risk of cardiovascular disease. Accordingly substantial number of patients with osteoarthritis is likely to develop hypertension at later stage. More...
Facts About Musculoskeletal Joint Disease Of Osteoarthritis
Musculoskeletal system consists of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilages and other connective tissues. All these components work in co-ordination to provide form and stability to the body. Musculosketal diseases are generally accompanied by pain and mild inflammation in joints. Three of the most commonly occurring musculoskeletal diseases are osteoarthritis, rehematoid arthritis, and osteoporosis. More...
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Osteoarthritis And Overlying Work Injury - Osteoarthritis And Cartilage Regrowth
