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	Arthrosis - Clínica Fiorela
		Arthrosis is one of the illnesses most consulted for therapy and it is a frequent cause for work absentism.
		Arthrosis is caused by fibrosis or degeneration of the articular cartilage affecting one or various articulations.
		Arthrosis is a serious illness because with the progress of age can produce different levels of incapacity as for movement or any other ordinary activity.
	www.clinicafiorela.com /artrosis_eng.htm (630 words)

	Arthrosis definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
		Arthrosis: An arthrosis is a joint, an area where two bones are attached for the purpose of motion of body parts.
		Joints are grouped according to their motion: a ball and socket joint; a hinge joint; a condyloid joint (a joint that permits all forms of angular movement except axial rotation); a pivot joint; gliding joint; and a saddle joint.
		The word "arthrosis" comes from a Greek root, "arthros" meaning a joint (as in arthritis, inflammation of a joint).
	www.medterms.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=8747 (236 words)

	Method for treatment of arthrosis deformans with elastase - Patent 4446129
		The mechanism of the development of arthrosis deformans has not yet been elucidated in many respects, but because the development of this disease advances with the age of the patient, the metabolic disturbance of articular cartilage is thought to be an important factor.
		In the early stages of degeneration due to arthrosis deformans, levels of normal metabolic substrates decrease, and mucopolysaccharides and proteinaceous substances separate from the cartilage in the form of granules.
		Arthrosis deformans is a chronic painful disease in which retrogressive degeneration of articular cartilage results from congenital or acquired articular deformation and destruction of the articular load-bearing regions of the cartilage and proliferous change in the load-free regions of the cartilage.
	www.freepatentsonline.com /4446129.html (3962 words)

	Arthrosis - QUANTIC MEDICINE powered by QUANTUM FIELD SYSTEM
		The arthrosis is an illness articulate that it affects the cartilage hyalin and the bone subchondral mainly, although all the tissues that are in the affected articulations or it around them is hypertrophy.
		The degeneration of the cartilage articulate for the age it is the main cause, although the presence of alteration of certain proteins that are transmitted of hereditary form produce a premature degeneration of the cartilage.
		The arthrosis affects more to the women that to the men and the obesity and the lack of exercise is factors predisposition for the arthrosis.
	www.campocuantico.com.ar /arthrosis.htm (477 words)

	Sport Orthopädie Bern - Ein neues operatives Verfahren zur Behandlung der akuten Achillessehnenruptur mittels ...
		Arthrosis is a joint disease which destroys the surface of the joint, i.e.
		The destruction of the cartilage causes an abnormal reaction in the adjoining bone and an inflammatory reaction in the joint.
		The term "arthrosis" (or “degenerative arthritis”;) is used to describe degenerative joint disease characterized by joint wear.
	www.sportortho.ch /en/bereiche/operativ/arthrose_kniegel.htm (730 words)

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		A restoration of a forty percent rating for postoperative residuals of lumbar laminectomies and degenerative arthrosis of the lumbosacral spine is warranted.
		When the current appeal was previously before the Board, the veteran contended that the December 1990 VA examination conducted for disability evaluation purposes was inadequate because, among other things, the examiner did not actually touch the veteran or determine the degree of limitation of motion of the lumbar spine with the appropriate device.
		Entitlement to a rating in excess of 40 percent for postoperative residuals of lumbar laminectomies and degenerative arthrosis of the lumbosacral spine is denied.
	www.va.gov /vetapp/files1/9404157.txt (3480 words)

	Research and Publications
		Posttraumatic arthrosis may be treated initially by conservative measures, including non-steroidal antiinflammatory medications, molded insoles, and rocker bottom soles, but if these methods fail to relieve the pain, arthrodesis of the tarsometatarsal joints has been recommended by various authors [5,7,20].
		The purpose of this study was to analyze the results of arthrodesis of the tarsometatarsal joints for painful arthrosis and deformity after midfoot trauma.
		There is a high prevalence of post-traumatic arthrosis after tarsometatarsal fractures and dislocations with or without adequate initial treatment [1,5,7,9,12,20], ranging from 0/9 (0 per cent) [1] to 15/26 (58 per cent) [20], with the largest series showing 21/69 patients (30 per cent) with degenerative joint disease [7].
	footandankle.mdmercy.com /research_pubs/pressItem56.html (4964 words)

	Patellofemoral Arthroplasty: Current Concepts pg. 1--5
		When the anterior knee pain associated with patellofemoral arthrosis is recalcitrant to months of nonoperative interventions, such as weight reduction, physical therapy, and judicious use of injectable or oral medications, surgery may be considered.
		In one study comparing total knee arthroplasty for isolated patellofemoral arthrosis to that for tricompartmental arthrosis, Knee Society Clinical Scores, bipedal stair climbing capacity, and ability to rise from a seated position were all significantly better in the former group [16].
		It is my contention that young patients with isolated patellofemoral arthrosis are better suited to patellofemoral arthroplasty than their elderly counterparts, who should be treated with TKA because of its remarkable track record and survivorship.
	www.uphs.upenn.edu /ortho/oj/2002/html/oj15sp02p1.html (2216 words)

	Engelhard Arzneimittel
		The components present in devil's claw are able to improve joint movement in cases where signs of wear of the locomotor system are apparent, relieve pain and, as a result, make everyday life easier.
		Arthrosis is a joint condition, which not only affects the elderly; it can also occur among younger women and men.
		Causes are, for example, constant incorrect strain, hereditary predisposition or preceding inflammatory processes in the joints (rheumatoid arthritis), which cause minute particles of cartilage to be rubbed off, which, in the long run, results in signs of joint wear and tear and damage to articular cartilage.
	www.engelhard-am.de /english/mataip_produkte.asp?frame=content (678 words)

	CARP METACARPAL JOINT ARTHROSIS
		Carpometacarpal joint arthrosis (CMCJ arthrosis), refers to osteoarthritis which develops at the base of the thumb.
		Arthrosis at the base of the thumb goes by several names including basilar thumb joint arthrosis, trapezoid-metacarpal arthrosis, degenerative joint disease and various other terms.
		CMCJ arthrosis results in pain and swelling at the base of the thumb.
	www.muir-orthopedic.com /patient_ed_docs/cja_pe_doc.htm (699 words)

	chondrocalcinosis
		Chrondocalcinosis is a precipitate deposition arthropathy, that is, a disease in the joints which is usually confused with arthrosis.
		The three most typical findings are: calcifications of the triangular ligament, joining the radius with the ulnar (cubitus) the isolated impingement of the scaphoid, trapezium, trapezoidal joint, and the affection of scapho-lunate ligaments with dissociation of the two bones.
		Treatment is required particularly when carpal tunnel syndrome, arthrosis at the base of the thumb, or painful instability of the carpal are present.
	www.hand-clinic.com /pop_pathology/chondrocalcinosis.htm (504 words)

	A Perspective Analysis of Valgus Bracing.
		In the younger active patient with varus malalignment and early symptomatic medial arthrosis, our recommendation is to perform a valgus-producing osteotomy to decrease medial compartment loads, diminish symptoms, and improve function.
		In a prospective study of 41 patients who underwent osteotomy, 88% were satisfied a mean of 58 months postoperatively and would undergo the operation again, and 78% felt their knee condition was improved by the operation.
		A number of patients with medial compartment arthrosis and varus malalignment are not candidates for osteotomy or knee arthroplasty.
	www.bledsoebrace.com /studies/cinci.htm (5026 words)

	Arthrosis
		Several factors are known to have a role in the pathogenesis of the disease in secondary arthrosis.
		According to a generally accepted principle, the metabolic disturbance of chondrocyte activity is in the center of the pathogenesis of arthrosis in the case of primary arthrosis.
		For example, in the case of syringomyelia, or tabes dorsalis, the vicious circle is started by the overload of articular surface due to the disturbance of bathyesthesia of joints.
	www.garynull.com /Documents/Arthritis/arthrosis.htm (1788 words)

	Glucosamine Sulphate Studies
		Efficacy and tolerance of a new preparation of pure glucosamine sulphate, in injectable and oral form, were investigated in 30 patients with osteoarthrosis.
		The results from 1208 patients were analyzed and showed that the symptoms of pain at rest, on standing and on exercise and limited active and passive movements improved steadily through the treatment period.
		Sex, age, localization of arthrosis, concomitant illnesses or concomitant treatments did not influence the frequency of responders to treatment.
	www.ncschiropractic.com /gstrials.htm (2035 words)

	Acromioclavicular Joint Arthrosis - DynoMed.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
		AC joint arthrosis, or osteoarthritis of the acromioclavicular joint—is quite common in people who are middle aged or older.
		While most people experience wear and tear in their joints as they age, the development of AC joint arthrosis may cause severe degeneration, disabling the shoulder joint or deforming it in some way, sometimes making it appear larger.
		Although surgery for AC arthrosis is usually without any significant problems, there may occasionally be unforeseen complications associated with anesthesia, including respiratory or cardiac malfunction. The surgery itself may be complicated by infection, injury to nerves and blood vessels, fracture, weakness, stiffness or instability of the joint, pain, or the need for additional surgeries.
	www.dynomed.com /encyclopedia/encyclopedia/shoulder/Acromioclavicular_Joint_Arthritis_of_the_Shoulder.html (373 words)

	By Condition
		Both arthritis and arthrosis are very painful diseases, with all the typical symptoms of inflammation, including fever, reddening, and swelling.
		Cellular Health™ opens up the possibility of effective prevention and treatment of arthritis and arthrosis through the targeted use of micronutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
		This study tested the effects of defined micronutrients on various inflammation parameters in patients diagnosed with arthritis and arthrosis.
	www.drrathresearch.org /clinical_studies/condition_arthritis.html (459 words)

	Arthrose/Arthritis (German to English translation glossary) Medical (general),Medical
		The usually reliable Roche translates it as arthrosis, but I checked the online medical dictionaries and am told that "arthrosis" is a joint where two bones are attached and the disease is called arthritis.
		There arthrosis would only be understood as a (degenerative) disease of the joint.
		Even if arthrosis as synonym of osteoarthritis and osteoarthrosis (!?) is used in the WHO classification system ICD-10, you may pls.
	www.proz.com /kudoz/1072409 (1086 words)

	Caring Medical CyberClinic
		Acromioclavicular (AC) joint arthrosis is a common degenerative disorder that can lead to pain and difficulty during everyday use of the shoulder.
		During the early stages, AC joint arthrosis usually manifests itself with tenderness and pain in the front of the shoulder around the joint.
		By strengthening structural weaknesses in the body, as natural medicine therapies like Prolotherapy do, AC joint arthrosis pain can be alleviated permanently.
	www.caringmedical.com /cyberclinic/condition.asp?condition_id=982 (335 words)

	INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON SPORTS MEDICINE
		The ankle arthrosis as well as the knee arthrosis are those that are exposed to the biggest danger in a football match.
		Sprain is the partial or the full brake of the fiber of one joint and particularly of their outer portions, more specifically at the front portion which is known as the perone ankle joint.
		It is an injury of resupination, adduction and is mainly due to the anatomy of the foot end, because the internal melleolus is shorter than the exterior melleolus and the arthrosis is less supported during an ectropic (with the foot inwards) injury, forcing the outer sprain to accept all the weight of the load.
	www.papimi.gr /OMIROS.htm (1259 words)

	eMedicine - Lateral Compartment Arthritis : Article Excerpt by: B Sonny Bal, MD
		This article addresses arthrosis that is localized to the lateral compartment of the knee.
		The typical radiographic signs that are associated with degenerative joint disease consist of narrowing of the joint space, subchondral cyst formation, bone sclerosis, and hypertrophic osteophytic spurring (Altman et al, 1987; Gresham and Rathey, 1975).
		Lateral compartment arthrosis is encountered less frequently than a genu varum deformity because the medial joint compartment of the knee is most commonly affected by degenerative changes, followed by the patellofemoral and lateral compartments (Johnson and Bodell, 1981).
	www.emedicine.com /orthoped/byname/lateral-compartment-arthritis.htm (654 words)

	Rheumatism, pain and inflammation
		This is a case of over-use or faulty mechanical use, with the resultant stiffening of the joint, known as arthrosis.
		Because arthrosis is caused by the effects of wear on the joint cartilage, overloading of the joint surfaces should be avoided wherever possible.
		Because there is so much variation in the progress, and therefore the individual picture, of rheumatic diseases, the task of the responsible specialist in each case is to determine the best possible combination from a multiplicity of treatment options.
	www.spirig.ch /english/generika/251.html (1055 words)

	Movement
		Complete protection of the joints is not advisable in arthrosis because the articular cartilage only receives adequate nutrition when the joint is being moved.
		Walking: Walking is the alternative to jogging for people with arthrosis of the knee because the load on the knee joint is lower when walking (2.5 to 3.0 times the body weight when jogging, 1.0 to 1.5 times body weight when walking).
		Aquajogging: Movement in water is particularly to be recommended for patients with arthrosis because the buoyancy in water considerably reduces joint loading.
	www.medi.de /Movement.1213.0.html (480 words)

	Ferrosan.com - Ledflex packaging design
		And especially the elder arthrosis patients often have to ask the employees at the pharmacies to open the packaging.
		Lars Lindmark, VP at the Danish pharmaceutical company, Ferrosan, says: "Since arthrosis is such a big problem for many people, an enormous amount of resources are used on developing drugs for treatment of arthrosis.
		Furthermore, the design is constructed in such a way that the lid does not have to be twisted as much as other lids which makes it easier and painless to open the packaging.
	www.imedeen.com /ferrosan/ferrosan_com.nsf/cmspageview?openagent&qdocid=FEWB-5U2KGRFEWB-5U2KGS (316 words)

	Oral Glucosamine Sulfate in the Management of Arthrosis: Report on a Multi—Centre Open Investigation in Portugal
		An open study was carried out by 252 doctors throughout Portugal to assess the effectiveness and tolerability of oral glucosamine sulphate in the treatment of arthrosis.
		Patients received 1.5 g daily in 3 divided doses over a mean period of 50 +/- 14 days.
		Sex, age, localization of arthrosis, concomitant illnesses or concomitant treatments did not influence the frequency of responders to treatment.
	www.chiro.org /nutrition/ABSTRACTS/Investigation_in_Portugal.shtml (245 words)

	English
		In this way we succeed in stimulating the metabolism of the joints; pain may be reduced or completely disappear.
		But arthrosis treatment can also cause slight side-effects; in the course of the day there may come up pain in the joints after the injections.
		There is a hyperhydropexy, especially when the joints of the knee are treated, in very rare cases.
	www.villamedica.de /int/uk/uk02.htm (474 words)

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