Degenerative joint disease.
Management of degenerative joint disease depends on the nature of the process and distribution of the joint disease. Simple modalities such as rest or exercise may be appropriate. Analgesics have a role to play, as do anti-inflammatory drugs and intraarticular corticosteroid injections.
D000375:Aging; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001835:Body Weight; D002980:Climate; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D005082:Physical Exertion; D012146:Rest; D013165:Splints
D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents