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Arthritis

Published on Nov 22, 2015

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Arthritis

Lawrence Wilson
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Cause

  • The breakdown of cartilage
  • Can get it from genetics or repetitive movements
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How diagnosed

A physical exam, X-Ray, MRI
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How common

1:3 people have some kind of arthritis
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Symptoms

  • Pain
  • Stiffness
  • Swelling
  • Redness
  • Decreased range of motion
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Treatment

  • Rest
  • Physical therapy
  • Exercise
  • Drugs
  • Surgery
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Prognosis

It can get worse over the years and cause tissue damage

Lawrence Wilson