Musculoskeletal Disorders

Topic 2: Osteoarthritis

The pathophysiology of the condition
Common physical exam and diagnostic findings
An evidence-based treatment plan to include non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic management, patient education, and plan for follow up to assess the efficacy and outcomes of the evidence-based treatment plan.
Review the topics already chosen by your peers and try to choose a topic not already addressed or one that has not been duplicated too many times.

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An osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis that will occur when the flexible tissue that is located at the end of the bones wears down. The condition has no cure but people can engage in treatments. The treatments will be through medical diagnosis where surgery is performed to reduce the pain and maintain movement.

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