Journal of Orthopedics and Rheumatism

Research Article Pages 33-46

ICR-Like and Osteoarthritis in Geriatric Patients: Pilot Study at an RCH Facility

Authors: Alessandro Greco, Valentina Lorengo, Nadia Malfatti, Elisabetta Zanella, Laura Sarnella, Manuela Sicher, Ilaria Frati and Nicolo Panza

Abstract: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a rheumatic disease that affects the joints. It is a chronic degenerative disorder of an inflammatory nature affecting joint elements (cartilage, synovia, capsule). OA is one of the most common causes of painful disorders, affecting about 10% of the general adult population and 50% of people over the age of 60 years.

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