The termsarthrosisandarthritisare sometimes used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing.
Lab and imaging tests can help differentiate arthrosis from other types so that the correct treatment is prescribed.
Characterized by the aging-related degeneration of the joints, OA is often referred to as “wear-and-tear” arthritis.
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Symptoms tend to start in a person’s late 40s or early 50s.
By way of example:
How Is Arthritis Diagnosed?
Diagnosing different types of arthritis, including arthrosis, begins with an examination by a healthcare provider.
Examples include:
Imaging Tests
Various imaging tests assess joint damage resulting from different types of arthritis.
Imaging helps diagnose arthrosis and determines the condition’s severity.
Medications
Various medications help treat symptoms of arthritis.
It is especially common with advanced cases of arthrosis.
Arthrosis, another name for osteoarthritis, is a specific throw in of arthritis triggered by aging-related joint deterioration.
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