Osteoarthritis

This analysis of the study and treatment of osteoarthritis brings together practitioners from rheumatology, epidemiology, gerontology and rehabilitation. They explore osteoarthritis as the prototypical chronic disorder associated with the ageing process and discuss the related issues.

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Nearly all Americans will develop arthritis to some degree as they get older. The first book of its kind, "Osteoarthritis: Public Health Implications for an Aging Population" gathers together leaders in the field of rheumatology, epidemiology, gerontology and rehabilitation to present a new perpsective on osteoarthritis as the prototypical chronic disorder associated with the ageing process. A groundbreaking analysis of the study and treatment of osteoarthritis, the book thoroughly examines the links between ageing, public health and the consequences of osteoarthritis. The authors explore the association of ageing and disease, quality of life until death, and long-term health care. They look at the phenomenon of osteoarthritis and disablement in the ageing process. They discuss the use of exercise as a therapeutic intervention to promote health in older adults and improve function in osteoarthritis. And they look to the future to present prospects for early diagnosis, advanced treatments and therapies, and even health practices that may prevent the disease.
Filled with straightforward information, insightful suggestions for health care promotion, and intriguing ideas about the relationship between age-related disease and the ageing process, this text should be of interest to professionals, cargivers and all individuals concerned with ageing and health.