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Osteoarthritis: an overview of the disease and its treatment strategies.

Published Aug 1, 2005 · DOI · P. Sarzi-Puttini, M. Cimmino, R. Scarpa

Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism

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Osteoarthritis treatment focuses on controlling pain, improving function, and reducing disability, with acetaminophen being effective for mild to moderate pain and newer NSAIDs offering better gastrointestinal safety.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Osteoarthritis: an overview of the disease and its treatment strategies.

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