Nikolas
Created page with "<section begin="orthopaedics" />* Osteoarthritis of the knee * Clinical features ** Same as for hip osteoarthritis ** Morning stiffness ** Pain ** Limping ** Restricted range of motion (Flexion contracture) ** Crepitation ** Alignment deformities (Varus, valgus) * Diagnosis ** Same as for hip OA ** X-ray ** Joint space narrowing ** Subchondral sclerosis ** Osteophytes ** Subchondral cysts * Treatment ** Conservative *** Weight loss *** Regular moderate exercise *** O..."