Osteoarthritis

Question 1

Pathophysiology (7)

Answer 1

1. Breakdown + progressive loss of cartilage.
2. Inflammation response is initiated.
3. Joint space narrows.
4. Uneven mechanical forces.
5. Osteophyte formation at joint margins
6. Stretching + laxity of joint capsule + ligaments.
7. Muscle weakness and joint pain

Question 2

Signs + Symptoms (3)

Answer 2

Morning stiffness less than 30 minutes
Pain at night (advanced stages)
Deep ache that is worse with activity

Question 3

Risk Factors (4)

Answer 3

1. Advanced age
2. Overweight
3. Heredity
4. Having other types of Arthritis.

Question 4

Medical Management

Answer 4

Weight control 
Control inflammation + pain
Use adaptive devices, body mechanics
Hydrotherapy
Surgery

Question 5

The Cause

Answer 5

1. Perhaps Genetic
2. Trauma,
3. Infection