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Osteoarthritis medical terminology definition

Also called: Degenerative joint disease, OA, Osteoarthrosis
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It causes pain, swelling and reduced motion in your joints. It can occur in any joint, but usually it affects your hands, knees, hips or spine.

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Women’s Health medical terminology definition

Women and men have many of the same health problems, but they can affect women differently. For example, women may have different symptoms of heart disease. Some diseases or conditions are more common in women, such as osteoarthritis, obesity and depression. And some conditions, such as menopause and pregnancy, are unique to women.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Women's Health medical'] Read more [...]
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Exercise for Seniors medical terminology definition

Also called: Seniors' fitnessThere is a fountain of youth. Millions have discovered it - the secret to feeling better and living longer. It's called staying active. Finding a program that works for you and sticking with it can pay big dividends. Regular exercise can prevent or delay diabetes and heart trouble. It can also reduce arthritis pain, anxiety and depression. It can help older people stay independent.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Exercise for Seniors Read more [...]
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Paget’s Disease of Bone medical terminology definition

Also called: Osteitis deformansPaget's disease of bone causes your bones to grow larger and weaker than normal. They also might break easily. The disease can lead to other health problems, too, such as arthritis and hearing loss. You can have Paget's disease in any bone, but it is most common in the spine, pelvis, skull and legs. The disease might affect one or several bones, but not your entire skeleton. More men than women have the disease. It is most common in older people.Read more to view related Read more [...]
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Osteonecrosis medical terminology definition

Also called: Aseptic necrosis, Avascular necrosis, Ischemic necrosisOsteonecrosis occurs when your bones lose their blood supply. The bones die and eventually collapse, leading to pain and arthritis. You can have osteonecrosis in one or several bones. It is most common in the upper leg. Other common sites are your upper arm and your knees, shoulders and ankles. The disease can affect men and women of any age, but it usually strikes in your thirties, forties or fifties.Read more to view related video Read more [...]
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Bursitis medical terminology definition

A bursa is a filmy-colored sac that protects and cushions your joints. Bursitis means inflammation of one of your bursa sacs. The inflammation may result from arthritis in the joint or injury or infection of a bursa. Bursitis produces pain and tenderness and may limit the movement of nearby joints.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Bursitis medical'] Read more [...]
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Toe Injuries and Disorders medical terminology definition

Fourteen of the 26 bones in your feet are in your toes. The toes, particularly your big toe, help you move and keep your balance. Playing sports, running, and receiving a blow to the foot can damage your toes. Wearing shoes that are too loose or too tight can also cause toe problems. Certain diseases, such as severe arthritis, can cause toe problems and pain. Gout often causes pain in the big toe.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Toe Injuries and Disorders medical'] Read more [...]
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Joint Disorders medical terminology definition

A joint is where two or more bones come together, like the knee, hip, elbow or shoulder. Joints can be damaged by many types of injuries or diseases. Arthritis or simply years of use may cause a joint to wear away. This can cause pain, stiffness and swelling. Over time, a swollen joint can become severely damaged.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Joint Disorders medical'] Read more [...]
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Arthritis medical terminology definition

If you feel pain and stiffness in your body or have trouble moving around, you might have arthritis. Most kinds of arthritis cause pain and swelling in your joints. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow or knee. Over time, a swollen joint can become severely damaged. Some kinds of arthritis can also cause problems in your organs, such as your eyes or skin.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Arthritis medical'] Read more [...]