Osteoarthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Osteoarthritis (OA)?
A
a degenerative joint disease characterized by progressive deterioration of the articular cartilage
wear and tear with repetitive movement
2
Q
What is a characteristic that distinguishes it from RA?
A
Unilateral joint/pain stiffness that improves with rest
3
Q
What nodes are related with OA?
A
Herberden’s
Bouchard’s
4
Q
How is OA diagnosed?
A
Xray to determine changes in joints
CT/MRI for examining knee joint and vertebrae
5
Q
What is the treatment for OA?
A
Less work with the affected joint
Weight loss
Acetaminophen (drug of choice)
NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, opioids
Glucosamine-chondroitin
Total joint arthroplasty
