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Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is also known as brittle bone disease. It is a rare inherited condition that weakens the body’s capacity to form sturdy, healthy bones. People with Osteogenesis Imperfecta have bones that break easily, often with little or no apparent reason. This condition affects the skeletal framework, teeth, hearing, and overall growth. In this post, we’ll break down what OI is, its symptoms, and how it’s diagnosed and treated.

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common forms of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. This is a joint degenerative condition where the bone gradually wears down over time. This condition is most common in people over 50 years old. Although osteoarthritis can affect any joint, it mostly affects the knees, hips, hands, and spine. It develops gradually and can cause pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced motion. This impacts daily activities and overall quality of life.

Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure that is meant to fuse two or more vertebrae in the spine permanently, thus eliminating movement between them. In general, this procedure is indicated for individuals suffering from chronic back pain, degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, or spinal instability. It is said to be a go-to method when your ailment has not responded to conservative treatments like physical therapy, medication, or lifestyle changes.

Adhesive capsulitis, commonly known as frozen shoulder, leads to pain, stiffness, and restricted movement in the shoulder. It usually progresses slowly and can greatly disrupt everyday tasks and overall well-being.

There can be many reasons for shoulder pain in this hectic and fast-paced life. From overuse of your arms to heavy weight lifting, sprains, stress in your shoulders due to prolonged duration of work and many more. Hence, the treatment for shoulder pain also varies based on the causal effect. From home remedies to drugs and physiotherapy, you can speak to a healthcare professional.

Hip replacement surgery, also known as hip arthroplasty, is a common orthopaedic surgery. It improves the quality of life for people suffering from hip pain due to injury, arthritis, or other conditions.

Rheumatoid arthritis is generally considered a joint disease. However, its consequences go far beyond the joints, making it a more dangerous condition than most observers account for. As a systemic autoimmune disease, rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation and pain in joints.

Did your doctor advise you to go for knee replacement surgery recently? If yes, many questions might be hovering in your mind. But do not worry! Read this blog till the end to understand the importance of making an informed decision when opting for knee replacement.

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Ugh, joint pain! Ever feel like your body's turning into a creaky old door? You're not alone. Hundreds of people deal with achy joints, but hey, there's hope! In this blog, we'll talk about what causes joint pain and how to finally get some relief. Plus, we'll throw in some tips to keep those joints happy and healthy in the long run.

Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones, and if you have it, you are at a greater risk for sudden and unexpected bone fractures. It also increases the risk of fractures in the spine, wrists, and hips. Osteoporosis means that you have less bone mass and strength. This happens when the bone density becomes so low that it causes damage to surrounding tissues including organs which can result in pain, deformities, loss of independence, increased risk for falls, and bone fractures.