Knee Osteoarthritis: A Primer

Perm J. 2017:21:16-183. doi: 10.7812/TPP/16-183.

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to provide a synopsis of the current medical understanding of knee osteoarthritis. We describe the prevalence, causes and associated risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and classification, and treatment options. A quiz serves to assist readers in their understanding of the presented material.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Analgesics / therapeutic use*
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / therapeutic use*
  • Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Osteoarthritis, Knee / diagnosis
  • Osteoarthritis, Knee / diagnostic imaging
  • Osteoarthritis, Knee / physiopathology*
  • Osteoarthritis, Knee / therapy*
  • Physical Therapy Modalities
  • Prevalence
  • Risk Factors

Substances

  • Analgesics
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal