title: Osteoarthritis.
abstract: Osteoarthritis is one of the oldest and most common forms of arthritis afflicting human beings. Once thought to be a result of normal aging, it is now recognized to be a complex and dynamic event. An individualized teaching program frequently brings about satisfactory relief and gratifying improvement.
mesh_terms: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000328:Adult; D000375:Aging; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001174:Arthrodesis; D001178:Arthroplasty; D001241:Aspirin / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D010027:Osteotomy; D010808:Physical Examination; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D012944:Social Support; D013582:Synovial Fluid / Q000032:analysis
chemical_list: D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents; D001241:Aspirin