Arthritis & Orthopedic conditions

Bone Remodeling

The process by which the body maintains healthy bone through repair, involving osteoclasts and osteoblasts.

Osteoclasts

Bone cells responsible for the removal (resorption) of old existing bone.

Osteoblasts

Bone cells responsible for the formation of new bone.

Arthritis

Inflammation of a joint, with osteoarthritis being the most common type.

Osteoarthritis

A type of arthritis characterized by wear-and-tear, leading to joint pain and stiffness.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

An autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks healthy joints and organs.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

The most serious form of lupus, accounting for about 70% of all lupus cases.

Gout

A crystalline form of inflammatory arthritis, often associated with high uric acid levels.

Osteoporosis

A condition where bones become less dense and more likely to fracture.

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)

A type of arthritis affecting children under 16, with several subtypes.

Fracture

Breakage of bone caused by trauma or disease, determined by force applied and the strength of the bone.

Heterotopic Ossification

Abnormal bone formation in soft tissues, often associated with trauma.

Osteopenia

Reversible bone weakness and decrease in bone density, a precursor to osteoporosis.

RA Goals

Goals for treating RA include stopping inflammation, relieving symptoms, and preventing joint damage.

RA Symptoms

Pain, stiffness, swelling, and loss of function in joints, often symmetrical in RA.