Full Description
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder, requiring significant attention from rheumatologists, pain specialists and GPs. Compiled by two distinguished authors, this illustrated guide outlines essentials of diagnosis and provides management guidelines along with updates on therapy.
Contents
Introduction to Osteoarthritis - Definition - Epidemiology - Subsets of osteoarthritis - Aetiology and pathology - Patient presentation Clinical Features of Osteoarthritis Diagnosis and Therapy - Investigations for osteoarthritis - Principles of management - Prevention and education - Exercise - Pharmacological therapies - Surgery