Question

*Degenerative Joint Disease*

1) *1* AKA Osteoarthritis; non-inflammatory

*2* most commonly involves the weight bearing joints.

*3* The most common location in the extremities is the hip. in the spine is C5/6

*4* The affected joint(s) usually stiffen with rest and improve with activity.

*5* Complications include spinal stenosis and IVF encroachment, the most commonly affected joint in the spine is C5/6.

*6* In the spine characterized by IVD narrowing, osteophytes, endplate sclerosis or eburnation.

*7* In the hand characterized by Heberden's DIP nodes, decreased joint space with sclerosis, asymmetrical distribution, and non-uniform loss of space.

*8* In the hip characterized by decreased superolateral joint space with sclerosis.

*9* In the knee characterized by decreased medial joint space with lateral space preserved.

*10* Adjusting helps, heat feels good, these patients are worse in cold weather and with lack of movement. Smaller and whiter joint space

Answer 1

Osteoarthritis is a joint disease that results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and bone. Risk factors include injury, physical labor jobs, sports, and being overweight. Treatments include lifestyle changes and medication.

Step-by-step explanation:

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease that results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and bone. The most common symptoms are joint pain and stiffness. Osteoarthritis is associated with aging and "wear and tear" of the articular cartilage. Risk factors that may lead to osteoarthritis later in life include injury to a joint, physical labor jobs, sports with running or twisting actions, and being overweight. Treatments for osteoarthritis include lifestyle changes, such as weight loss and low-impact exercise, and over-the-counter or prescription medications. For severe cases, joint replacement surgery may be required.