Clients with Disabilities - Osteoarthritis
- Created by: Megan Billyeald
- Created on: 06-06-13 13:39
Osteoarthritis
- Disease of the joints
- Commonly affects older people
- Cartilage covering the bone surfaces at a joint becomes inflamed and degenerates
- Small protrusions of bone grow from the bone surface
- Weight-bearing joints, especially the knees, hips, back and neck are most likely to be affected
Signs and Symptoms of Osteoarthritis
- Swelling of the joints
- Grating between the joint surfaces during movement
- Pain of the joint
- Stiffness after inactivity
Cause of Osteoarthritis
- Genetic predisposition
- Deficiency of hormone oestrogen
- Joint damage
Progression
- Effects on joints tend to increase with time - gradually
- Many people with Osteoarthritis stay active
Physical and Psychological Effects
- Restricted use of the affected…
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