Bones and Joints Simplified

Ease the pain of arthritis

Medications are one option for dealing with pain of arthritis flare-ups. Find out about the most common types. more >>

Oh, my sciatica!

6 quick tips for sciatica relief. more >>

Foods and fitness for healthy bones

There are definite bone-building benefits of exercising and eating right. more >>

Shouldering the burden

Lots of sports and physical activities can be tough on your shoulders. But when should you see a doc for the pain? More >>

Your meds: 10 things to know

Don't end up in the emergency room - make sure you know your medication and how to use it. More >>

Health Tip

All sorts of things can affect your health, from your grandmother's high blood pressure to the glass of wine you had with dinner. Make sure to tell your doctor about any detail that could possibly be relevant, even if you don't think it's significant.

Making the diagnosis

How doctors diagnose a herniated disc
Herniated discs are common in people between 30 and 40 years old. People who spend a lot of time sitting, like truck drivers, are the most likely to develop a herniated disc.
Could it be rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RAE) is a chronic condition that causes the lining of your joints or other body areas to become inflamed.
Signs of spina bifida
There are about 750 spina bifida births each year in the United States. Wondering how a doctor can tell if a baby has this spinal malformation?

Tests and procedures

Featured Associations

American Pain Society
The American Pain Society is a multidisciplinary community that brings together a diverse group of scientists, clinicians and other professionals to increase the knowledge of pain and transform public policy and clinical practice to reduce pain-related suffering.
Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation is the only national, voluntary health agency seeking the causes, cures, preventions and treatments for the more than 100 forms of arthritis.

Support Groups

Visit our Bones and Joints Support Group Database and get personal assistance for you or your loved ones. There are experienced health care professionals in your community that are well-prepared to provide care.

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