Bone Disease

June 13, 2020

Ankylosing Spondylitis: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory arthritis of the spine and sacroiliac joints. Learn its symptoms, causes, tests, and treatment options.

January 28, 2020

Rheumatoid arthritis of the knee is an autoimmune disease that inflames the joint lining. Learn the causes, symptoms, tests and treatment options.

January 27, 2020

Signs of rheumatoid arthritis include symmetrical joint pain, swelling and morning stiffness. See the 17 key signs, tests and treatment options.

January 25, 2020

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, now called JIA, is chronic arthritis that starts before age 16. Learn its types, symptoms, eye risks and treatment.

January 24, 2020

Osteoporosis makes bones fragile and is silent until a fracture. Learn the causes, risk factors, DEXA testing, treatment options and prevention.

January 23, 2020

Osteomalacia is softening of the bones, usually from low vitamin D. Learn its causes, symptoms, and how doctors treat it with vitamin D and calcium.

January 22, 2020

How to prevent osteoporosis: get enough calcium and vitamin D, do weight-bearing exercise, avoid smoking, limit alcohol, and know your risk factors.