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Osteoarthritis: A review of treatment options
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and the leading cause of disability in the United States, especially among older adults. This article reviews nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic approaches to management of OA of the knee and hip.
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The child with joint pain
Review of musculoskeletal complaints in children and diagnostic approach to dealing with joint pain.
Osteoarthritis: A review of treatment options
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and the leading cause of disability in the United States, especially among older adults. This article reviews nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic approaches to management of OA of the knee and hip.
Preventing injury in older adults
Injuries are the seventh-leading cause of death in older persons. This article gives advice on assessing and developing strategies to reduce the risk of injury.
Hypovitaminosis D: A widespread epidemic

Vitamin D deficiency is widespread; It is particularly prevalent in the elderly. Vitamin D supplements are suggested; oral cholecalciferol supplementation (2000 IU) is safe, inexpensive, and effective

Measuring bone density in children (CME)
Growing bones and shifting hormone levels make determining a child's bone density much like hitting a moving target. Fortunately, technologies are evolving to make this measurement more accurate. Evidence on which patients warrant this procedure is also building.
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