Osteoarthritis (OA) manifests as degradation and loss of the articular cartilage, but typically involves all tissues of the joint. Although this review focusses on crosstalk between the subchondral ...

Vitamins and minerals play a vital role in supporting bone and joint health. People may consume vitamins and minerals through foods or in the form of supplements. This article discusses a range of ...

A research team led by Professor Go In-jun of Orthopedic Surgery at Eunpyeong St. Mary's Hospital (Hospital Director Bae ...

Various natural approaches can support bone health. However, none are proven to dissolve bone spurs. Bone spurs, or osteophytes, are bony projections that develop along bone edges, often in the joints ...

Osteomyelitis and septic arthritis are two types of infections usually caused by bacteria that affect your musculoskeletal system. Septic arthritis is an infection of the lining and fluid of one or ...

If you have severe arthritis pain, your doctor may suggest that you have joint fusion surgery (also called “arthrodesis”). This procedure fuses, or “welds,” together the two bones that make up your ...

Studies indicate that colder temperatures may reduce blood circulation to extremities, increasing stiffness in muscles and ...

The wrist is a complex joint that marks the transition between the forearm and hand. It has many components, allowing it to do a range of movements. The radiocarpal joint is sometimes referred to as ...

Your hands and feet are made up of dozens of little bones that all work together to allow you to perform everyday activities. If just one of these bones is injured or damaged, regular tasks can become ...