Osteoarthritis

According to the Arthritis Foundation, 66 million (nearly one in three adults) suffer from chronic joint pain and 21 million Americans suffer from osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, which is characterized by a breakdown of the cartilage and a deterioration of the fluid in a joint. The symptoms of osteoarthritis include pain, from moderate to severe, and stiffness. Most people who have osteoarthritis are older than age 45, and women are more commonly affected than men.
What is Osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that involves the degradation of joints, articular cartilage, and subchondral bone as a result of mechanical stress.

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Obesity linked to poorer outcomes in people with bipolar disorders

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RIT researchers use CRISPR to develop new treatment for degenerative disc disease

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Beyond health records: Deep learning enhances disease diagnosis via image-based phenotyping

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Total hip arthroplasty in nonagenarians: Risks and benefits

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Novel approach uses machine learning for quick and easy rheumatic disease diagnosis

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Nearly 1 billion people likely to live with osteoarthritis by 2050, study estimates

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Cleveland Clinic London performs first augmented reality-assisted total knee replacement

Lizards' ability to regenerate cartilage could lead to new treatments for osteoarthritis

Lizards' ability to regenerate cartilage could lead to new treatments for osteoarthritis

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The role of estrogen in osteoarthritis and lower back pain

Study identifies specific genetic variants that affect the skeletal form and ties a major evolutionary facet of human anatomical change to pathogenesis

Study identifies specific genetic variants that affect the skeletal form and ties a major evolutionary facet of human anatomical change to pathogenesis

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New weight loss drugs carry high price tags and lots of questions for seniors

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AI-powered study pinpoints genes that shape bones

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Research illuminates the genetic basis of human skeletal proportions

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New clinical trial seeks a regenerative pharmaceutical solution for meniscal tears

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Bilateral total knee arthroplasty may increase risk of complications

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Combination of techniques reveals molecular changes in osteoarthritis

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Reproductive impact of changes in the vaginal microbiome of obese women

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Spicing up rheumatic disease treatment: Study explores role of herbs and spices in improving patients' condition

New study uncovers effects of beer compound on cartilage cells in osteoarthritis

New study uncovers effects of beer compound on cartilage cells in osteoarthritis