TOOLS AND RESOURCES FOR MANAGING YOUR OSTEOARTHRITIS

Osteoarthritis of the kneeOsteoarthritis
Arthritis typically with onset during middle or old age that is characterized by degenerative (gradual deterioration of joint) and sometimes abnormal growth in the bone and cartilage of one or more joints and a progressive wearing down of opposing joint surfaces with consequent distortion of joint position and is marked symptomatically especially by pain, swelling, and stiffness; abbreviation (OA) is a chronic condition that requires ongoing attention. It is important to take an active role in managing your osteoarthritis of the knee to reduce the pain and limit the impact on your ability to do everyday things.

Monitoring your symptoms and your improvement can help you and your doctor diagnose, treat and manage your condition.

This section contains several patient resources and are placed here for your benefit:

• Strength for Caring: Online community for patients and their loved ones
• Arthritis Websites: Providing disease education, support and resources
• Insurance Information: Contact for answers to ORTHOVISC® insurance questions
• Glossary: Medical terms used throughout the site

You are not alone with your disease of osteoarthritis of the knee. These patient resources will help you to become educated on your disease and an advocate for your healthcare.