32 Questions
What is the role of assistive walking devices in the management of osteoarthritis (OA)?
Decrease the need for orthopedic surgery
How do footwear and bracing help in osteoarthritis (OA) management?
Promote better alignment and reduce joint pain
In the context of osteoarthritis (OA), what is the primary role of physiotherapy and occupational therapy in patient management?
Help improve joint mobility and function
Why is weight control important in managing osteoarthritis (OA) in lower limb joints?
To reduce stress on weight-bearing joints
What is the significance of physical activity and therapeutic exercise in osteoarthritis (OA) management?
They improve joint flexibility and strength
What is the main purpose of patient education in osteoarthritis (OA)?
To empower patients in self-management strategies
Why are lifestyle modifications important in the context of osteoarthritis (OA)?
They can reduce pain and improve function
How does a team approach benefit patients with osteoarthritis (OA)?
Enhances coordination of care and treatment outcomes
What is the main component of viscosupplementation?
Hyaluronic Acid
What is the role of PRP injections in arthritis?
To regenerate cartilage
What is the stance on the routine use of stem cell intra-articular injections?
Not approved for use outside of a study
What is the primary concern mentioned regarding cell therapies in the text?
Safety and efficacy uncertainties
Which therapy is described as an 'orthobiologic' in the text?
Platelet Rich Plasma
What does the text suggest about the effectiveness of viscosupplementation with Hyaluronic Acid?
Effectiveness varies and remains controversial
'We do not know if it works based on our current literature' - this statement refers to:
Use of Hyaluronic Acid
What does the text suggest about the long-term benefit of corticosteroid use?
It is not a long-term solution and varies among patients.
What is the overall goal of non-operative management of osteoarthritis?
To reduce pain, improve function, and optimize quality of life
Which of the following walking aids is recommended for patients with hip and knee arthritis?
Supportive footwear
What is a key benefit of weight loss for osteoarthritis patients?
Greater weight loss leads to greater benefits
Which type of analgesia is recommended as an effective agent for arthritis pain in the hip and knee?
Tylenol (up to 4 g a day)
What role does physiotherapy play in the management of osteoarthritis?
Ideal for optimizing if surgery is anticipated
What is a potential concern with glucocorticoid intra-articular injections?
May slow down cartilage loss over time
In patients with mild/moderate instability associated with arthritis, what can bracing help with?
Reduce pain and improve stability
What is the primary role of assistive walking devices in osteoarthritis?
"To improve mobility and reduce pain during ambulation"
In the management of hip arthritis, which surgical intervention is considered highly successful to reduce pain and restore function of an arthritic joint?
Total hip arthroplasty (THA)
What is a possible role for arthroscopic debridement in the management of hip arthritis?
Useful for labral tears or femoral acetabular impingement
What is the main goal of Autologous Cartilage Implantation (ACI) in knee arthritis?
To create 'neocartilage' to improve joint glide
What is the purpose of High Tibial Osteotomy in the management of knee arthritis?
To 'offload' the medial compartment by realigning the tibia
What is a key consideration before opting for Knee Arthroplasty (Partial or Total) in patients with knee arthritis?
Optimizing nonoperative treatment options
What is a distinctive feature of Autologous Cartilage Implantation (ACI) compared to Arthroscopic Microfracture Technique in knee arthritis management?
'Neocartilage' creation to improve joint glide
Which surgical intervention for knee arthritis replaces the entire tibiofemoral joint and possibly the patella?
Total Knee Replacement
What is the primary focus of Knee Arthroplasty, whether partial or total, in managing knee arthritis?
'Replacing only part of the joint that is degenerative'
Explore the mixed evidence for corticosteroid use in joint injections, short-term benefits, and the variability in strength of evidence. Learn about the potential benefits of hyaluronic acid, its role as a shock absorber and lubricant in joints, and its anti-inflammatory properties.
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