Update on the Management of Osteoarthritis

Authors

  • Goh E M L
  • Chow S K
  • Yeap S S

Abstract

Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder in the human population.
II is characterized by the destruction of articular cartilage and the overgrowth of
marginal and subchondral bone. The commonest weight bearing joint affected is that
of the knee, affecting over one third of people over the age of 65 years. This article
reviews the recent principles of non surgical management of osteoarthritis. This is
divided into non drug management such as primary prevention, physiotherapy,
occupational therapy and patient education. Drug management wilJ include the use of
different types of analgesics. viscosupplementation as well as joint injection.

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Published

2002-12-30

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Research article