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Surgery Overview Osteotomy ("bone cutting") is a procedure in which a surgeon removes, or sometimes adds, a wedge of bone near a damaged joint. This shifts weight from an area where there is damaged …
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… damage. Other tests, such as a joint-fluid analysis and urine or blood tests, may be used … of standing up at the counter, use a tall stool so you can sit down. Maintain good … of standing up at the counter, use a tall stool so you can sit down. Maintain good …
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… and usually is reserved for younger people. After an osteotomy, you may need … and usually is reserved for younger people. After an osteotomy, you may need …
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… strong. Strength exercises include: Lifting light weights or dumbbells or using elastic … strong. Strength exercises include: Lifting light weights or dumbbells or using elastic …
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… at the end of the day or after periods of activity. Presence of symptoms affecting the … at the end of the day or after periods of activity. Presence of symptoms affecting the …
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… to affect their daily activities. And sometimes there are more serious complications. … to affect their daily activities. And sometimes there are more serious complications. …
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Overview Capsaicin (Zostrix), available without a prescription, is a pain reliever that comes in a cream that you apply directly to your skin (topical analgesic). It has been found to relieve joint …
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Overview For moderate to severe pain from osteoarthritis , try applying heat and cold to the affected joints. Experiment with these heat and cold techniques until you find what helps you most. Apply …
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… or standing. Stay positive Adopting a "good-health attitude" and healthy habits, such as eating a balanced diet, staying at a healthy weight, and getting enough sleep, will …
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Overview Using different types of exercise and activity may be best for arthritis. Talk to your doctor or physiotherapist about which exercises may be best for you and safest. You may need to change …
