Article on Spine and Arthritis

ARTICLE TO CREATE AWARENESS AMONGST PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN ADIVSED  SURGERY 

SLIPPED DISC AND BACKACHE -- ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT WITH ACUPUNCTURE THE DRUGLESS THERAPY 

ARE YOU SUFFERING FROM BACKACHE AND ARTHRITIS?
ARE YOU ON PAIN KILLERS AND GOING THROUGH SIDE EFFECTS?
DO YOU HAVE SLIPPED DISC?
HAVE YOU BEEN ADVISED SURGERY FOR SLIPPED DISC?
IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THE ABOVE PROBLEMS THEN ACUPUNCTURE IS THE SOLUTION. 

WITH RECENT ADVANCES IN ACUPUNCTURE THE DRUGLESS CHINESE THERAPY, WHICH INVOLVES ACCURATELY NEEDLING 
ACUPUNCTURE POINTS --- SPINAL SURGERY FOR SLIPPED DISC CAN BE SAFELY AVOIDED.

25 yr college student while playing cricket had a fall and developed slipped disc 
and he became virtually immobile. Hospitalization and pain killers did not give him relief 
enough to attend the college until he took acupuncture at our spin and arthritis clinic 
and became fit enough to rejoin and resume trekking his favorite hobby. 

34 yr old executive of a company developed slipped disc 8 yrs ago and was hospitalized 
twice since then and treated with conventional methods of traction, pain killers bed rest etc 
and finally was offered surgery . He opted to come for acupuncture and has safely 
avoided surgery and is doing fine 

37 yr old housewife virtually became bed ridded following slipped disc and conventional
methods did not help her until and finally surgery remained the only choice but she opted 
to come for acupuncture and has been doing very well since then. 

51  yr old company executive developed slipped disc with tingling and numbness of
legs with sciatica pain was offered surgery as the only alternative until he came for 
acupuncture and walking his way of life with ease. 

65 old retired diabetic developed slipped disc with tingling numbness in limbs was advised
surgery to relieve compression on root of nerve but opted to come for acupuncture and 
after 2 courses is completely relieved.

75 yr old diabetic became bed ridden due to slipped disc and severe back pains and surgery
was the only alternative offered but considering the age they opted for acupuncture. 
After two courses he is now walking with ease. 

MORE THEN 80 PATIETNS WHO HAVE ATTENTED THIS SPINE AND ARTHIRITS CLINIC HAVE SAFELY AVOIDED 
SURGERY FOR SLIPPED DISC AND ARE DOING VERY WELL TILL TODAY

51 yr old housewife was operated for slipped disc 5 yrs back but got recurrence of slipped
disc was offered surgery again but opted for acupuncture and she has safely avoided the second surgery.

47 yrs officer was operated for acupuncture 3 yrs back and developed slipped disc again 
and was asked to go for surgery but with acupuncture he could avoid second surgery and 
can walk 5 kilometers daily without getting backache. 
51 yr business man was operated for slipped disc 6 yrs back and developed slipped disc
again and was advised surgery but with pain killers he dragged till he found that with 
acupuncture he will be able to avoid surgery this time. 

ALL THE ABOVE MENTIONED PATIENTS HAVE AOVIDED SURGERY SECOND TIME SINCE THEY HAD RECURRENCE AFTER FIRST SURGERY.  


Backache and slipped disc has become such a common problem at all age group    
that more and more young patients are suffering and are in search of and alternative 
solution to the problem since surgery is not only costly but invasive and amounts to 
taking pain killers and patients have to go through side effect. 

More and more educated people are now in search of alternative mode  of pain management
in such disorders where pain killers affect the quality of life .

Senior citizens are the most  affected since they are more sensitive to side effects and 
find it  extremely difficult to handle if associated with hypertension and  diabetes . 


FACTS ABOUT SLIPPED DISC AND BACKACHE 

Facts about slipped disc and backache 
All discs deteriorate with age. 
Bulging or herniated discs can press on nerves and cause pain, numbness, or weakness - 
this is the same mechanism that causes pain and numbness when the elbow is banged against a desk. 
When lumbar discs press on nerves to the legs, leg pain and numbness results. 
Back pain is not; in general, caused by bulging or herniated discs, in fact,
many people with severe herniated lumbar discs have little or no back pain. 
Back pain itself does not generally get better with disc surgery. 
Back pain may take many years to get better .
Injections (facet blocks or "epidural") are controversial - there is disagreement whether 
they help well than placebo. 
Conventional methods for treatment of slipped disc
Hospitalization and bed rest 
Painkillers (patient goes through side effects)
Traction 
Physiotherapy 
Local injection of steroids 
Chiropractic manipulation 

And finally if patient in not relieved SURGERY---- IT BE CONVENTIONAL OR MINIMAL 
SURGERY IS COSTLY INVASIVE AND THESE PROCEDURES DON'T WORK FOR ALL PATIENTS.
PATIENTS GOING UNDER THE KNIEF OF SURGEON ARE NOW LOOKING OUT FOR A SAFE ALTERNATIVE AND 
ECONOMICAL MODE OF PAIN RELIEF FOR SPINAL PROBLEMS AND BACKACHE. 
AT OUR ACUPUNCTURE SPINE AND ARTHRITIS CLINIC PATIENTS WITH SLIPPED DISC WHO WERE ADVISED 
SUGERY BY LEADING ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS IN MUMBAI HAVE BEEN COMPELTELY RELIEVED WITHOUT SURGERY 
AND ARE WALKING THROUGH THE LIFE WITH EASE WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF PAIN KILLERS. 
THOSE PATIENTS WHO UNDERWENT SURGERY CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF THEM HAD RECURRENCE OF SLIPPED 
DISC AND WERE ADVISED SURGERY SECOND TIME OPTED FOR ACUPUNCTURE AND HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY 
RELIEVED AND ARE LEADING A NORMAL LIFE. 


FACTS ABOUT ACUPUNCTURE 

ACUPUNCTURE IS SAFE ECONOMICAL AND VERY EFFECTIVE HARMLESS DRUGLESS THERAPY WHICH IMPROVES THE QUALITY OF LIFE 

PATIENTS DON'T HAVE TO TAKE PAIN KILLERS AND GO THROUGH THE SIDE EFFECTS.

ACUPUNCTURE IS DONE AT OUR CLINC WITH ISO 9002 STD SINGLE USE DISPOSABLE NEEDLES 

ALLT THE PTS SUFFERING FROM SLIPPED DISC SHOULD BE  GIVEN TO UNDERSTAND THE FACTS ABOUT COST 
AND EFFECTIVENESS OF ACUPUNCTURE SO THAT PTS CAN IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE  WITHOUT GOING 
THROUGH THE SIDE EFFECTS OF PAIN KILLERS AND IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE . 

ACUPUNCTURE IN ARTHRITIS OF KNEE JOINTS 

 

Osteoarthritis is a joint inflammation that results from cartilage degeneration.  
can be caused by aging, heredity, and injury from trauma The most common symptom of 
osteoarthritis is pain in the affected joint(s) after repetitive use. 
Percentage of patients suffering from arthritis of knee joints is gradually and 
progressively increasing. 
The conventional treatment available for this is continuous use of painkillers 
and local application of ointments (PATIENTS GO THROUGH  SIDE EFFECTS OF PAIN KILLERS  ) 
Knee supports
Physical therapy 
but these measures give temporary relief 
so finally total knee replacement is advised by orthopedic surgeons .
there are patients who have been wanting to go for  alternative  approach have visited 
this clinic and have safely avoided surgery and are doing very well with rehabilitation 
programme  offering weight management , physiotherapy for strengthening the muscles which 
support knee compartment . 
RECENT STUDY HAS REVEALED THAT ACUPUNCTURE DECREASES PAIN AND STIFFNESS TEHREBY IMPROVING
THE FUNCTIONAL ABILITY AND LIMITATION OF MOVEMENT.
THESE ARE SOME OF THE MRI IMAGES OF PTS WHO HAVE BEEN ADVISED TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT AND
HAVE SAFELY AVOIDED AND WALKING WITH EASE WITHOUT PAIN KILLERS AND ARE LEADING A GOOD QUALITY OF LIFE. 

Physical therapist can help develop an individualized exercise program that meets your needs and lifestyle. 

MANY  patients with  OA Knee are overweight. Acupuncture offers weight loss  programme 
which can reduce stress on weightbearing joints, such as the knee. Losing weight can result
in reduced pain and increased function, particularly in walking. 

Article contributed by
Dr. Ajit Mistry
MBBS FAMILY PRACTITIONER AND MEDICAL ACUPUNCTURIST ( UNITED MEDICINE BEIJING CHINA )
Clinic Address:A3/002 AASARA CHS GOVERDHAN NAGAR LBS MARG  MULUND  WEST 400080
Timings: MORNING 9.30 TO 1.30  
         EVENIG 6  TO 9.30
Contact Nos: 98205 23864
     CLINIC: 25682067

Health Tips

Ten rules to achieve a good headstart in life for your child
Intro Para: Every child is born with the potential to excel, but what
becomes of him later in life depends largely on how he is cared for,
especially from the moment he is conceived till the first few years of
life. 

Caring for children and ensuring a conducive environment for them to
achieve their potential is by no means an easy feat, but one that demands
total commitment of parents in all aspects of their life - mentally,
physically, emotionally, financially, and so on. 
Parents can better equip themselves for this monumental task of providing
the best headstart in life for their little ones by being informed of
effective and tried methods of rearing children. Read on for some profound
advice and practical tips on how you could do so, by Professor Perla D
Santos-Ocampo, FPPS, FAAP (hon), FPSDBP, the Honarary President of the
Association of Pediatric Societies of the Southeastern Asian Region.
Besides this, Professor Santos-Ocampo also holds many other important
positions.

RULE 1: Every child must be wanted.
From the very beginning, every child should be wanted.
What You Can Do:
Prospective parents must seek advice on planning their families. Every
pregnancy must be welcomed and every child must be considered as the
loveliest gift one can have. Your attitude towards pregnancy can influence
the emotional environment prenatally and can influence the mother's health
and well being which inevitably will have an impact on the development of
the fetus.

RULE 2: Ensure that every child is born well.
Prevent and minimize existence and effects of inimical factors on the
unborn fetus and the newborn.
What You Can Do:
a. Genetic Factors
Knowledge of medical background of both parents and families may help in
anticipating possible problems and preparing for them e.g. with an Rh
negative mother and an Rh positive father, look out for hemolytic disease
of the newborn or erythroblastosis fetalis
b. Maternal Age
An older mother such as those above forty years must be aware of the
higher incidence of Down Syndrome.
c. Maternal Obstetrical History
A mother who has had difficulties during pregnancy such as hypertension
must be informed that this can result in a smaller infant.
d. Maternal Nutrition and Health
Prospective mothers should receive folic acid to prevent midline defects
such as cleft lip, cleft palate and meningoceles.
e. Labor Events
Be familiar with the labor process and be informed that difficult
deliveries can lead to birth injuries.
f. Environmental Hazards
Be aware of the possible harmful effects of exposure to toxins, chemical
and radiation on the fetus and take measures to avoid them. 

RULE 3: Be aware of the newborn's potential:
Keep in mind the innate endowment of the child.
Fallacy 1
In the past the newborn has been described and believed to be a passive
being who does nothing but eat, excrete, sleep, cannot see or hear well
and is unaware of his environment until three months of age.
Fact:
The newborn has endowments and:
Is not a passive recipient of environmental stimuli 
Makes a major contribution to his own development 
Responds to mother's heartbeat and voice while still in the womb 
Reacts to loud sounds by kicking in the womb 
Is in an state of alertness for the first two hours after birth 
Has sensory capabilities and can see, hear, even locate sounds and
is sensitive to mothers voice, smell, and touch. 
The human newborn, compared to newborn of other species is
relatively less competent in the motor area but more capable in the
sensory area. This gives more leeway in the development of sensory and
affective competencies which are necessary for survival and more chances
of success in our highly competitive planet with six billion population. 
What You Can Do:
Ensure maternal-infant bonding as soon as the baby is delivered:
Mothers should try to keep awake throughout labor - try not to
sedate but use other means of pain relief 
Put baby on mother's chest for skin-to-skin contact 
Ensure eye to eye contact between mother and baby 
Encourage mother to speak to baby 
Allow mother to hold baby 
Fallacy 2
The newborn is a passive recipient of environmental stimuli.
Fact:
The newborn is capable and:
Can defend himself from stimuli which make excessive demands on his
immature physiologic system. 
Has ability to interact with his environment · Has capacity to deal
selectively with environmental stimuli 
Has social predisposition to interact with caregiver 
Has ability to elicit caregiving necessary for adaptation 
What You Can Do:·
Offer human rather than nonhuman stimuli such as face, not objects 
Shut out disturbing or overwhelming stimuli such as loud noises. 

RULE 4: Provide a nurturing environment for the newborn.
The well-equipped baby will do better and even the minimally brain-damaged
newborn may be able to catch up in a fostering environment.
What You Can Do:
Provide appropriate stimulation for the age group. Researches have
demonstrated that appropriate stimulation can raise IQ by as much as 15
points.

Most newborns, at least those considered normal at birth must be assumed
potentially gifted, unless proven otherwise by subsequent observations. It
is fair to say that most newborns are amazing/competent and must be given
the opportunity to attain their optimum if not maximum potential.

Carry baby in the upright position on your lap, preferably in the
flexed or fetal position. Research has shown that the newborn's right side
is more sensitive than his left 

Know when baby is paying attention: 
His respiratory rate becomes slower and more even. 
His heart rate drops by 6 to 8 beats per minute. 
His head turns towards stimulus or to you. 
His eyes widen and his pupils dilate. His eyes will focus on the
object of attention and this will be maintained for 4-10 seconds. 
His facial expression changes. A smile may appear. His abdomen
relaxes. 
His fingers and toes stretch forward. 
His sucking will decrease. 

RULE 5: Guide your child's growth, support it and nurture him through each
stage of development.
What You Can Do:
Provide him with food that will promote growth and development. 
Bring him for health care to ensure emotional, psychological, and
intellectual growth, not only medical and physical. 
Check for red flag signs concerning abnormal growth, development and
behavior. Very useful are guide posts for parents, especially new ones and
those in the nuclear family system. These can be very difficult to produce
at times because child rearing can differ from culture to culture, from
race to race, from country to country. Traditions may play a tremendous
role in how parents bring up children. 
Learn how to be a parent. Parents have what is termed as parental
instincts but in our present complex society, parents need to have extra
pointers, may they be from books, magazines, religious organizations,
school teachers and counsellors, other parents, your own relatives, child
care centers and your own pediatrician. Not all information may be
applicable to your situation. Learn how to choose relevant pointers and
modify. 
Discuss unusual observations as early as possible with health care
giver. 
Institute age-appropriate discipline through rules and guidelines to
help him find his limits. 
Discipline must be firm but not harsh, allowing child to grow. · Be
consistent, fair and humane with rules and guidelines. 

RULE 6: Provide appropriate stimulation to enhance his growth and
development.
What You Can Do:
Spend time with him. The amount of time has not been quantified.
Quality time although a mere couple of hours can be sufficient. Being at
home but in different rooms even for entire days but without interaction
will not be helpful. 
Take time to talk, read, sing and play together. 
Moderate stimulation to avoid frustration and negative self-image. 
Offer toys and activities that are appropriate for his age level,
not too young nor too difficult for him to use.For example, a ball can be
used by a child only after a year; a tricycle given to a 2 year old might
result in frustration. 
Find a variety of playmates. 
Stimulation may come from a number of sources. Expose child to a
variety of peoples, places, activities and experiences such as: 
Adult companions, relatives, and friends. 
Books (Research has shown that the number of books in a home may be
closely correlated with the intelligence of children.) 
Computers and other gadgets - Children should be taught to use
computers not only for games but as a source of information. 
Age appropriate: Toys, videos, CD's, and television 
Visits to the library 
Shopping trips, wholesome movies, and shows 
Vacation trips, nature trips (fishing, camping) 
· Choose a good school or kindergarten which will enhance his
potentials, give him a good start and learn what Robert Fulghum did: 
o Share everything. 
Play fair. o Don't hit people. 
Put things back where you found them. 
Clean up your mess. 
Don't take things that aren't yours. 
Say you're sorry when you hurt somebody. 
Wash your hands before you eat. 
Flush. 
Warm cookies and cold milk are good for you. 
Live a balanced life - learn some and think someand draw and paint
and singand dance and playand work everyday some. 
Take a rest when needed. o When you go out into the world, watch out
for traffic, hold hands, and stick together. 
Be aware of danger. 

RULE 7: Enhance his emotional intelligence
To introduce this topic, here is Howard Gardner's proposal to veer away
from current definitions of intelligence towards a multiple intelligence
paradigm.
Kind of Intelligence Characteristics
Linguistic Special sensitivity to language, which allows one to choose
precisely the right word or turn of phrase and to grasp new meaning easily
Musical Sensitivity to pitch and tone, which allows one to detect and
produce musical structure
Logical-mathematical Ability to engage in abstract reasoning and
manipulate symbols
Spatial Ability to perceive relations among objects, to transform mentally
what one sees, and to recreate visual images from memory 
Bodily-kinesthetic Ability to represent ideas in movement; characteristic
of great dancers and mimes
Personal Ability to gain access to one's ownfeelings and to understand the
motivations of others
Social Ability to understand the motives, feelings, and behaviors of other
people.
What You Can Do:
Give him opportunities where chances of success are good. 
Minimize frustration by helping him or exposing him to challenges
which are commensurate with his level of abilities. 
Moderate challenges to avoid a negative self-image. 
Praise him generously and honestly. A child can sense hollow
compliments. 
Accept mistakes and point out how best to learn from them. 
Do not threaten with punitive measures that you cannot carry out or
do not intend to do so. 
Attend to feelings and actions, whether positive or negative, and
discuss these with the child soonest. 
Be careful of your own wishes, dreams and biases in planning for
your child. 
Be realistic about expectations commensurate with the child's age
and abilities. 
Treat child as a person with respect and recognize his rights as an
individual. 
Show you understand emotions and help him resolve them. Be
sensitive. 
Teach your child how to cope with anger, conflict and unhappiness in
constructive ways. Movies and television can convey undesirable messages
such as use of violence to solve problems or withdrawal when he is upset.
Show him your own mature way of handling anger and other negative
feelings. 
Encourage him to communicate. Good communication can be difficult at
times especially under present societal conditions. Parents can be too
busy. Anger or frustration can either lead to harsh actions or cause
withdrawal and a communications breakdown. 
Devote time to listen to him and encourage him to ask questions. Be
attentive and honest. 
Look for changes in behavior that may indicate emotions such as
frustration, anxiety, fear, or sadness. 
Look and listen to yourself, too, and find out how you are behaving
and what you are saying. Impulsive comments and even jokes can be cruel
and hurtful. 
Show him that it is not sufficient to say I love you. Show him love
in words and actions (physical contact through rocking, hugging, kissing).


RULE 8: Instill core values in your child. In a way this will enhance his
emotional intelligence.
What You Can Do:
Identify critical behavior that will reflect core values. Cherished
are respect for authority, love for God and country, honesty or
trustworthiness, dependability or responsibility, etc. 
Set the example 
Give guidance and encouragement regarding these, not commands or
demands. 
Start to establish good attitudes and habits early. A child is never
too young to understand. 
Encourage him to participate in family rituals and traditions. 
Discuss questions and patiently explain your beliefs in
age-appropriate language. 
Build up his self respect and confidence. Remember, self-esteem and
belief in oneself takes years to establish. 

RULE 9: Give your child the gift of feeling secure.
What You Can Do:
Be there when your child needs you. It is necessary to have your
child feel secure in your love and in his home. 
Console him after a hurt, both physical and psychological. 
Hold his hand during a visit to the doctor. 
Hug him after a shot. 
Bring him to school on the first day. 
Accompany him when he requests. 
Set limits as appropriate. He will feel more loved wen he senses
that this is a way of manifesting concern. 
Spend time with him through mutually enjoyed activities. 
Listen to him. 
Praise accomplishments. 
Do not lie. A child can always detect this and will not believe in
you. A common example is seen in the clinic when a parent keeps on telling
the child that a shot won't hurt. One can tell when a child feels secure
and believes in his parent by bravely accepting the shot while an insecure
child despite assurances will keep on screaming and struggling. 
Ensure wholesome and sound family dynamics. An intact loving family
contributes much to promoting a child the security of having both parents
helping him grow and develop. 

RULE 10: Facilitate development of independence in your child
What You Can Do:
Hear his view and let him share in decision making appropriate for
his age, e.g. choosing toys, colors. 
Let him know that he can go on his own, once he can do so. Let him
know that it is like learning how to bike and once he has learned, he can
move where he wants. 
Give him responsibilities commensurate with his needs, chores at
home, caring for pets and keeping his things in place. 
Trust him to distinguish between needs and wants. 
Give love unconditionally. 
Show your child that he can trust you and can depend on you. 
Reminders for Parents
The best way to teach a child is by example. 
When enhancing the potentials of children, it is necessary to
achieve a balance between the child's capabilities (capacity) and undue
pressures or overstimulation, in order to offset future problems. 
Don't push or reprimand if child cannot achieve. 
It is imperative to take into account the child's holistic
development as a total person in all domains. 
Seek support and advice. If necessary obtain counseling. Do not be
shy or embarrassed to ask for help. 
Avail of guide posts for rearing children, especially if it is your
first time and you are a nuclear family. 
Don't try to make your children do what you wanted to do but could
not, e.g., dancing the ballet. 
Always delineate your needs from those of your child. 
Take care of yourself and the other members of the family. 
Don't be afraid of failure as a parent. You won't. · 
Speaking of don'ts, there should not be too many of these. 
Final message is:
		"Everybody knows how to raise children,
		except the people who have them."
		- PJ O'Rourke
Source: http://www.youngnutritionindia.com

Health Tips


This time, we, at Mulund Online, brings few Health
Tips for common problems found in most of people in today's world. We are
not mentioning any specific treatment as such, but we are just guiding you
people with some common tips which you can take care of yourself.

Asthma 
	Keep your surrounding areas dust free . 
	Avoid strong perfumes , excessive mental & physical strain and
pesticides. 
	Have a light and early dinner 
	Avoid cold drinks , artificial coloured foods and oily food. 
	Do regular breathing exercises.
Arthritis 
	Use a firm bed and a thin pillow 
	Use a high bed chair 
	Avoid lifting heavy objects 
	Eat plenty of spinach , sprouts & sweet lime 
	Keep your weight in check 
	Avoid sour food
Head pain 
	Take adequate sleep. 
	Avoid bright lights & loud noises. 
	Don't overstrain your eyes. 
	Regularize your lifestyle. 
	Avoid self medication.
Female disorders 
	Treat anemia. 
	Ensure good hygiene. 
	Avoid late marriages & late pregnancies. 
	Avoid use strong irritant soaps. 
	Keep your weight in check.
Skin disorders 
	Use a mild soap 
	Have a regular sun bath 
	Avoid excessive scratching 
	Avoid chocolates , nuts & fried food 
	Have a balanced diet
Stomach related disorders 
	Eat your meals at regular intervals. 
	Include plenty of fluids , green leafy vegetables & fresh salads. 
	Chew your food thoroughly. 
	Move your bowels regularly. 
	Practice relaxation exercises regularly.
Acne 
	Use a mild soap 
	Wash your face 4 to 5 times a day. 
	Check dandruff. 
	Do not squeeze or pick your pimples. 
	Avoid use of cosmetics & ointments.
Obesity 
	Include plenty of fluids , salads. 
	Do not eat in between meals. 
	Avoid fried foods , chocolates & sweets. 
	Avoid mental stress & strain. 
	Exercise regularly
Leucoderma 
	Expose the effected areas to morning sunlight - 30 minutes per day. 
	Include plenty of iron in your diet. 
	Avoid tamarind , fish & sour food. 
	Avoid use of creams & powders. 
	Relax mentally.
Psoriasis 
	Use a mild soap. 
	Avoid creams and powders. 
	Wear light cotton clothing. 
	Keep your skin clean. 
	Avoid excessive scratching.
Diabetes 
	Keep your weight in check. 
	Include plenty of fibre in your food. 
	Make exercise a part of your routine. 
	Check your sugar level regularly. 
	Don't ignore even a mild wound or injury.
Hair loss 
	Control dandruff. 
	Avoid wearing a helmet for long hours. 
	Include plenty of protein in your diet. 
	Avoid frequent change in oils and shampoos. 
	Do not use soap on your scalp. 

Source: Dr. Batra's Positive Health Clinic.

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What is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis or OA is a condition in which there is damage to the surface of the joint and an abnormal reaction in the underlying bone. Osteo means bone and arthritis means inflammation and damage to the joint. OA can also be described as a joint failure. Many different joints can be affected but the knee is the most commonly affected joint.

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