Osteoarthritic Joint Pain

Author : Derek J. Chadwick,Jamie A. Goode
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2004-11-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470867587

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Osteoarthritic Joint Pain by Derek J. Chadwick,Jamie A. Goode Pdf

Osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative disease associated with joint pain and loss of joint function. It has an estimated incidence of 4 out of every 100 people and significantly reduces the quality of life in affected individuals. The major symptoms are chronic pain, swelling and stiffness; severe, chronic joint pain is often the central factor that causes patients to seek medical attention. Within the affected joint, there is focal degradation and remodelling of articular cartilage, new bone formation (osteophytes) and mild synovitis. Several mechanisms are thought to contribute to osteoarthritic joint pain. These include mild synovial inflammation, bone oedema, ligament stretching, osteophyte formation and cartilage-derived mediators. Changes in joint biomechanics and muscle strength also influence the severity and duration of joint pain in osteoarthritis. Within the nervous system, the relative contributions of peripheral afferent nociceptive fibres and central mechanisms remain to be defined, and there is limited information on the phenotype of sensory neurons in the OA joint. Importantly, there is no relation between clinical severity, as measured by radiographic changes, and the presence and severity of joint pain. Patients with severe joint pain may have normal joint architecture as determined by X-ray, whereas patients with considerable evidence of joint remodelling may not have significant joint pain. Treatments for osteoarthritic joint pain include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory compounds, exercise, corrective shoes and surgical intervention. There remains a critical need for improved control of joint pain in osteoarthritis. This book brings together contributions from key investigators in the area of osteoarthritic joint pain. It covers the clinical presentation of joint pain, the pathways involved in joint pain, osteoarthritis disease processes and pain, experimental models and pain control. The discussions provide insights into the nature of osteoarthritic joint pain, identify key studies needed to advance understanding of the problem, highlight possible intervention points and indicate future pathways towards a better treatment of osteoarthritic joint pain.

Author : David T. Felson,Hans-Georg Schaible
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0470930551

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Pain in Osteoarthritis by David T. Felson,Hans-Georg Schaible Pdf

An authoritative investigation of the sources andtreatment of osteoarthritic joint pain Millions of people throughout the world suffer from osteoarthritis (OA)—a medical condition causing its sufferers excruciating pain that is often disabling. This is the first book to offer clinicians an in-depth understanding of the biological sources of osteoarthritic pain and how they can be treated. Here, a team of leading international authorities has contributed state-of-the-art information on: The Neuroscience of Articular Pain—spinal and peripheral mechanisms of joint pain; experimental models for the study of osteoarthritic pain; inflammatory mediators and nociception in arthritis; phantoms in rheumatology; and more Osteoarthritis and Pain—joint mechanisms and neuromuscular aspects of OA; bone pain and pressure in OA joints; structural correlates of OA pain; and more Treatment of Osteoarthritic Pain—general approaches to treatment; treatments targeting pain receptors; treatments targeting biomechanical abnormalities; and treatments targeting inflammation Whether you're a medical professional, researcher, student, or a generalist or specialist focusing on pain or arthritis, this is your one-stop reference for understanding and treating joint pain in osteoarthritis.

Author : Gene G Hunder
Publisher : Orient Paperbacks
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2006-10
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 8122202837

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Mayo Clinic On Arthritis by Gene G Hunder Pdf

Arthritis pain can be frustrating. And so can sorting through the various available pain relief alternatives. Mayo Clinic is dedicated to helping you live more productively and comfortably with arthritis. The book focuses on osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, but is equally valuable to people with other forms of arthritis as well. The book relies on the experience of Mayo Clinic physicians, nurses, research scientists, therapists, and other health care professionals, the ultimate aim of which is to promote self-help. This easy to read and understand book offers advice on understanding arthritis, protecting joints, exercising properly, controlling pain, healthful diet and nutrition, traveling with arthritis, and working with arthritis. The nexus between the mind and the body and the impact of emotions, stress, and relaxation is also explored in Mayo Clinic On Arthritis. The gamut of treatments existing for arthritis including medications, surgery, and alternative approaches is listed together with information on the newest treatments trends.

Author : Kenneth D. Brandt
Publisher : Professional Communications
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Osteoarthritis
ISBN : 1932610421

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Diagnosis and Nonsurgical Management of Osteoarthritis by Kenneth D. Brandt Pdf

Author : James Alan Rand
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015028434291

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Total Knee Arthroplasty by James Alan Rand Pdf

This comprehensive reference on total knee arthroplasty describes all surgical techniques and prosthetic designs for primary and revision arthroplasty, discusses every aspect of patient selection, preoperative planning, and intraoperative and postoperative care.

Author : Nancy E. Lane,Daniel J. Wallace
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2002-03-14
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0198031726

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All About Osteoarthritis by Nancy E. Lane,Daniel J. Wallace Pdf

Osteoarthritis afflicts about 25 million people in the United States--two-thirds of all people over 65--and the numbers will only grow in the coming years as baby boomers age. Yet few who suffer from this disease know much about it--how to relieve the pain, what exercises might help lessen their suffering, how to cut down on visits to the doctor. In All About Osteoarthritis, two leading authorities on the disease--Nancy E. Lane and Daniel J. Wallace--join forces to provide the most up-to-date and comprehensive discussion of osteoarthritis available, explaining what osteoarthritis is, how patients can help themselves, and how to find the best resources to manage the disorder. The authors offer information in a clear and accessible style, with detailed illustrations showing how key joints--knees, hips, fingers, backs, hands, and necks--degenerate. They take readers through the steps of diagnosis, how the body is affected, and ways to manage the disease. In user-friendly language, they describe all of the established treatment options, including new medications and their side effects, and help readers determine when surgery may be necessary. The authors also examine alternative treatments, clarifying which work, which may work, and which definitely do not. And they outline recent advances in the field and discuss where these breakthroughs may lead us. While osteoarthritis most acutely affects the elderly, it starts years before, and many people suffer the aches and pains of the condition well before old age. For aging baby boomers, much can be done before osteoarthritis becomes chronic and debilitating. This comprehensive guide will provide an excellent resource for patients and their families, caregivers, and medical professionals.

Author : Lynne S. Peterson
Publisher : Rosetta Books
Page : 499 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-08
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780795352881

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Mayo Clinic Guide to Arthritis by Lynne S. Peterson Pdf

A guide to living well with this common—and complex—condition from“one of the most reliable, respected health resources that Americans have” (Publishers Weekly). From the doctors at Mayo Clinic—the top-ranked hospital in the country according to US News & World Report—this book is a complete guide to understanding and living with arthritis. Find the latest expertise on various forms of arthritis, medications and other treatment options, and self-care to successfully manage joint pain and stay active and independent. If you have joint pain, you know it can lead to frustrating limitations in daily life. In fact, this complex group of joint diseases—osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and many other forms—is the most common cause of disability in the United States. But living with it doesn’t have to mean sitting on the sidelines. This book offers the same expert knowledge that Mayo Clinic doctors, nurses and therapists use in caring for patients. Mayo Clinic Guide to Arthritis: • Breaks down different forms of arthritis and joint pain to help you understand their causes, their signs and symptoms, and what each may mean for your health • Explores the latest in arthritis treatments, including new medications to slow or stop the disease, improved options for joint surgery, joint injections, and evidence-based guidance on pain control and integrative medicine • Provides practical tips for living with arthritis while exercising, traveling, or working • Offers useful advice on diet, mental health, and protecting your joints

Author : Rick D. Kellerman,David P. Rakel
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1539 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323790710

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Conn's Current Therapy 2021, E-Book by Rick D. Kellerman,David P. Rakel Pdf

Designed to suit a wide range of healthcare providers, including primary care, subspecialties, and allied health, Conn’s Current Therapy has been a trusted clinical resource for well over 70 years. The 2021 edition continues this tradition of excellence with current, evidence-based treatment information presented in a concise yet in-depth format. More than 300 topics have been carefully reviewed and updated to bring you state-of-the-art information in even the most rapidly changing areas of medicine. Offers personal approaches from recognized leaders in the field, covering common complaints, acute diseases, and chronic illnesses along with the most current evidence-based clinical management options. Follows a consistent, easy-to-use format throughout, with diagnosis, therapy, drug protocols, and treatment pearls presented in quick-reference boxes and tables for point-of-care answers to common clinical questions. Includes new and significantly revised chapters on COVID-19, Diabetes Mellitus in Adults, Chronic Leukemias, and Osteomyelitis. Incorporates more electronic links throughout the text that connect the reader to apps and clinical prediction tools that can easily be accessed in practice. Features thoroughly reviewed and updated information from many new authors who offer a fresh perspective and their unique personal experience and judgment. Provides current drug information thoroughly reviewed by PharmDs. Features nearly 300 images, including algorithms, anatomical illustrations, and photographs, that provide useful information for diagnosis.

Author : J.-Y. Reginster,J.-P. Pelletier,J. Martel-Pelletier,Y. Henrotin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 509 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783642600265

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Osteoarthritis by J.-Y. Reginster,J.-P. Pelletier,J. Martel-Pelletier,Y. Henrotin Pdf

Musculoskeletal diseases are rapidly becoming a major health concern. The incidence of osteoarthritis, the most common arthritic disorder, is increasing steadily due to the graying of the world population. This disease is responsible of human life, a time in for significant morbidity, particularly in the second half which the quality of life is of primary importance. The aim of this publication is to bring to physicians and scientists a comprehensive overview of the field, from molecules to men. The direct costs related to osteoarthritis have been increasing steadily over the years and will soon be comparable to those of other major illnesses, such as cardiovascular diseases. This, of course, does not take into account all of the other costs related to the disease which often cannot be simply calculated in dollars and cents. There has been a great deal of renewed interest in osteoarthritis in the last few decades. This has been brought on by the need to improve our knowledge of all aspects of the disease, especially with regard to its etiopathogenesis and treatment. The most recent findings and developments on the structural, bio chemical, biomechanical and molecular changes observed in clinical and ex perimental osteoarthritis are presented in this book.

Author : Nigel Arden,Francisco Blanco,C. Cooper,Ali Guermazi,Daichi Hayashi,David Hunter,M. Kassim Javaid,Francois Rannou,Frank Roemer,Jean-Yves Reginster
Publisher : Springer
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781910315163

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Atlas of Osteoarthritis by Nigel Arden,Francisco Blanco,C. Cooper,Ali Guermazi,Daichi Hayashi,David Hunter,M. Kassim Javaid,Francois Rannou,Frank Roemer,Jean-Yves Reginster Pdf

This Atlas provides an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of the historical and current perspectives on osteoarthritis, including the pathophysiology and epidemiology of the disease. Written by leading authors in the field of osteoarthritis, the book discusses classification, etiology and risk factors for osteoarthritis, the disease course and determinants of osteoarthritis progression, clinical features and diagnosis as well as imaging methods to assess joint damage. The Atlas of Osteoarthritis concludes with the latest treatment updates including both nonpharmacological and pharmacological treatments, as well as surgical recommendations for patients with the disease. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of joint disease causing joint pain, stiffness, and physical disability among adults. It is an important issue for both the individual and society with its impact on public health continuing to grow as a result of the aging population, the rising prevalence of obesity, and the lack of definitive treatments to prevent or halt the progress of the disease.

Author : Michael Doherty,Hans Bijlsma,Nigel Arden,Nicola Dalbeth
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 529 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780199668847

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Oxford Textbook of Osteoarthritis and Crystal Arthropathy, Third Edition by Michael Doherty,Hans Bijlsma,Nigel Arden,Nicola Dalbeth Pdf

A trustworthy clinical companion, the textbook offers best practice and management strategies for these common joint diseases. Formerly published as Osteoarthritis, the extensively revised third edition of the Oxford Textbook of Osteoarthritis and Crystal Arthropathy provides up-to-date and evidence-based guidance on how to assess, diagnose, and manage patients. A prestigious and international author team ensure information is expert and relevant-this is a practical tool for clinicians managing people with osteoarthritis, gout, and other crystal-associated arthritis. Confidently consider and chose the right blend of treatment for your patient, whether physical, pharmacological, surgical, or supportive. The Oxford Textbook of Osteoarthritis and Crystal Arthropathy provides full coverage of joint failure, and includes detailed sections on epidemiology, risk factors, clinical assessment, and investigations. This edition also now includes new sections on gout and other crystal arthropathies. Clinically relevant and easily understandable overviews of basic science, including pathology and pain physiology, along with critical appraisal of current guidelines, make this a highly valuable resource. Significant coverage is also given to patient education and the involvement of the patient in management planning. Also highly illustrated, the textbook is a strong reference tool with summary boxes and key points at the end of chapters making it easy to find information quickly and help you deliver the optimum patient outcome. The textbook equips rheumatologists and musculoskeletal health professionals with the knowledge to provide best possible patient care.

Author : David Rakel
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1262 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781416029540

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Integrative Medicine by David Rakel Pdf

Drawing on solid scientific evidence as well as extensive first-hand experience, this manual provides the practical information you need to safely and effectively integrate complementary and alternative treatment modalities into your practice. It explains how alternative therapies can help you fight diseases that do not respond readily to traditional treatments... presents integrative treatments for a full range of diseases and conditions, including autism, stroke, chronic fatigue syndrome, and various forms of cancer...explores how to advise patients on health maintenance and wellness...and offers advice on topics such as meditation, diet, and exercises for back pain. 24 new chapters, a new organization, make this landmark reference more useful than ever. Provides dosages and precautions to help you avoid potential complications.Delivers therapy-based pearls to enhance your patient care.Facilitates patient education with helpful handouts. Offers helpful icons that highlight the level and quality of evidence for each specific modality.Includes bonus PDA software that lets you load all of the therapeutic review sections onto your handheld device.Presents a new organization, with numerous section headings and subheadings, for greater ease of reference.Provides additional clinical practice and business considerations for incorporating integrative medicine into clinical practice.

Author : Lars Arendt-Nielsen
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2016-06-20
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781496353641

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Pain in the Joints by Lars Arendt-Nielsen Pdf

To complement the 2016 IASP Global Year Against Pain in the Joints, Pain in the Joints provides a comprehensive overview of joint pain, including its assessment, mechanisms, and treatment options. Leading experts address general concepts as well as the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges presented by this complex and growing problem that affects millions of people worldwide.

Author : Ali Guermazi
Publisher : Clinics: Internal Medicine
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1437717500

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State of the Art Imaging of Osteoarthritis by Ali Guermazi Pdf

This issue takes a multimodality approach to imaging of osteoarthritis. Clinical issues including an overview of the disease and imaging as an aid to evaluate patient functionality are also reviewed. Not only are current standards for imaging covered, but also newer techniques under development.

Author : Giuseppe Filardo,Bert R. Mandelbaum,George F. Muschler,Scott A. Rodeo,Norimasa Nakamura
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-02
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783030847449

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Orthobiologics by Giuseppe Filardo,Bert R. Mandelbaum,George F. Muschler,Scott A. Rodeo,Norimasa Nakamura Pdf

This book presents the evidence related to the use of injectable biologics to provide faster and better healing for musculoskeletal lesions and conditions. The authors discuss approaches, such as blood derivatives and cell concentrates, applied to lesions of muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones, meniscus and cartilage, as well as osteoarthritis. Chapters are written by some of the most influential opinion leaders in the field, with up-to-date review of the current literature, where the authors explore both the potential and the limitations of these minimally invasive and promising treatments. The first section is devoted to the formulations and rationale for the use of injectable orthobiologics, while the second section reviews current treatment methods applied to specific joints and pathologies – ranging from tendinopathies through non-unions to articular degenerative processes – as well as the results of these treatment approaches. The third section explores future perspectives, such as pluripotent stem cells, gene therapy, and the stimulation of intrinsic stromal cell niches. Appealing to a broad readership, this book will be of interest to both laboratory research scientists and clinicians, including orthopedists, sports physicians, physiatrists, and regenerative medicine experts.