Group 5

1. What is Osteoarthritis? 2. What causes Osteoarthritis? 3. Who is at risk? 4. What are some of the symptoms? 5. How is Osteoarthritis treated? 6. How can Osteoarthritis be prevented? 7. What are some relevant statics and research? 8. Other relevant information 9. References Cited 10. Quiz

 Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, sometimes called degenerative joint disease  It is a chronic non-infectious disease, in which tissue known as cartilage breaks down  When the cartilage breaks down, it deteriorates causing the bones to rub together triggering pain and stiffness

 Joint injuries caused by athletics  Obesity  Joint Overuse Constant repeated use of a single joint  Heredity  Other conditions such as viral hepatitis, gout, and lupus

 Affects over 21 million Americans  Over the age of 45 have a higher threat  Females are at greater risk

 Swelling or tenderness in one or more joints  Loss of flexibility  Crunching sound, which is called crepitus when you move  Boney lumps on the joints of the fingers  Joint fluid accumulation

A combination of treatments tailored to the patient’s needs, lifestyle, and health Use of Physical Therapy and Acupuncture Four Goals for Treatment of Osteoarthritis 1. Control pain 2. Improve joint function 3. Maintain normal body weight 4. To achieve a healthy lifestyle

PPrimary: Weight Control Exercise Rest Relief from Stress Drinking Water Injury Prevention Taking Warm Showers SSecondary: Regular Doctor Visits TTertiary: Pain control medication called Corticosteroids Nondrug Pain Relief Spinal Surgery

Morbidity Rate per 1000 people in 2003 living in the United Kingdom Almost everyone over the age of 75 is affected in at least one joint by osteoarthritis In a study of people diagnosed with osteoarthritis, nearly 3 in 5 reported gaining an average of 42 pounds

 In 2003 there were 418,000 total knee replacements preformed due to arthritis  The National Council on the Aging (NCOA) reported that nearly three in five people with arthritis gained forty-two pounds since diagnosis  People with arthritis feel old before their time  Before age 45, more men have it, after age 45 it is more common in women

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1. Under what does disease categories does Osteoarthritis fall? a. Chronic Infectious Disease b. Acute Infectious Disease c. Chronic Non-Infectious Disease d. Acute Non-Infectious Disease The answer is…C. Chronic Non-Infectious Disease

2. What are 2 causes of osteoarthritis?  Affects _____ Americans a year. Answer: 21 million

4.What is the correct name for the “crunching sound”? A. crackle B. Snap crackle pop C. Crepitus Answer: Crepitus

5. What is the common age for osteoarthritis? a. 25 b. 50 c. 45 d.70 Answer: 45