Osteoarthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is osteoarthritis?
A
- tear, flare + repair
- trauma + mechanical imbalance
- inflammation + pain
- repair process around the joint
2
Q
What factors can cause a biochemical imbalance?
A
- abnormal anatomy (DDH)
- intra-articular fracture
- ligament rupture
- meniscal injury
- occupation (farmers, football players)
- persistant heavy physical activity
- elite running
- obesity
3
Q
What factors can cause inflammation?
A
- synovial hypertrophy
- subchondral changes
- joint effusion
4
Q
What is the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis?
A
5
Q
What are features of osteoarthritis?
A
- for 45 yrs +
- activity related joint pain
- has either no morning joint-related stiffness or morning stiffness that lasts no longer than 30 mins
6
Q
What is the investigation for osteoarthritis?
A
- XR
7
Q
What are non-pharmacological treatments for osteoarthritis?
A
- thermotherapy
- electrotherapy
- aids + devices
- manual therapy
8
Q
What are pharmalogical treatments for osteoarthritis?
A
- oral analgesia
- paracetamol
- NSAIDs
- topical treatments
- NSAIDs
- capsaicin (hand, knee)
- intra-articular injections
- steroids (hyaluronic acid)
- surgery
