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Osteoarthritis Research Society International
The Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) is a non-profit scientific organization. The mission of OARSI is to promote and advance research for the prevention and treatment of osteoarthritis. OARSI publishes an international fully peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journal, ''Osteoarthritis and Cartilage''. Many specialists, practitioners and researchers use this journal as a forum for idea dissemination related to diseases of cartilage and joints. World Congress on Osteoarthritis Each year OARSI hosts a world congress on osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) is a type of degenerative joint disease that results from breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone which affects 1 in 7 adults in the United States. It is believed to be the fourth leading cause of disability in the w .... References External links Osteoarthritis Research Society International Arthritis organizations International medical and health organizations International organizations ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a type of degenerative joint disease that results from breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone which affects 1 in 7 adults in the United States. It is believed to be the fourth leading cause of disability in the world. The most common symptoms are joint pain and stiffness. Usually the symptoms progress slowly over years. Initially they may occur only after exercise but can become constant over time. Other symptoms may include joint swelling, decreased range of motion, and, when the back is affected, weakness or numbness of the arms and legs. The most commonly involved joints are the two near the ends of the fingers and the joint at the base of the thumbs; the knee and hip joints; and the joints of the neck and lower back. Joints on one side of the body are often more affected than those on the other. The symptoms can interfere with work and normal daily activities. Unlike some other types of arthritis, only the joints, not internal organs, are af ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
