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Health Encyclopedia: Osteoarthritis Lifestyle Changes
- Osteoarthritis - Lifestyle Changes
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes of Osteoarthritis
- Symptoms
- Conditions with Similar Symptoms
- Risk Factors
Lifestyle Changes
Many doctors suggest first trying lifestyle changes to reduce stress on affected joints. Physical therapy and supportive devices can be helpful. Intensive education on how to protect and care for an osteoarthritic joint may help patients avoid multiple visits to their doctor.
Occupational Changes
Once osteoarthritis has been diagnosed, patients should reduce shock to the affected joint. Hammering away at deteriorating cartilage is likely to speed up the degeneration. People in occ...
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