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Glossary Terms for Osteoarthritis

It's sometimes easy to get confused when reading articles about the different types of arthritis and the various treatment options. The following glossary can help you to better understand what you read about arthritis, as well as understand your doctor's advice.
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The American Academy Of Orthopedic Surgeons says approximately 300,000 total knee replacements are performed each year in the US. Surgeons have a new tool to help them rebuild knees with more flexibility.

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