Ankylosing Spondylitis Information Page
Basic consumer health information about ankylosing spondylitis, a musculoskeletal disease that involves primarily the spine and joints of the extremities. Links are available for additional informatio... Details >
Spondylitis Association of America |
Arthroscopy Question & Answers
Also available in: Spanish
This public information fact sheet defines and describes arthroscopy, a surgical procedure orthopaedic surgeons use to visualize, diagnose and treat problems inside a joint. Some of the most frequent ... Details >
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons |
Gout Fact Sheet
This online fact sheet provides basic information for consumers about gout -- a painful musculoskeletal condition caused by excessive amounts of uric acid crystals settling in the joints or other tiss... Details >
Arthritis Foundation |
Health Information from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
Browse this site for online publications, consensus statements and fact sheets on musculoskeletal and skin diseases. Includes information about Fibromyalgia, hip and knee joint problems, vitiligo, pso... Details >
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
Journal of Musculoskeletal and Neuronal Interactions
The Journal of Musculoskeletal and Neuronal Interactions (JMNI) is a quarterly academic journal dealing with the pathophysiology and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. Its purpose is to publish o... Details >
International Society of Musculoskeletal and Neuronal Interactions |
Questions and Answers About Knee Problems
This consumer health information fact sheet contains general information about knee problems. Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of specific types of knee injuries and conditions are covered. The fact... Details >
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
Questions and Answers About Reactive Arthritis
General information about Reiter’s syndrome including a description and how it develops, and Reiter’s syndrome diagnosis and treatment. Men between the ages of 20 and 40 are most likely to develop Re... Details >
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
Questions and Answers About Shoulder Problems
This fact sheet presents a general overview of the shoulder and shoulder problems as well as answers questions about specific shoulder problems (dislocation, separation, tendonitis, bursitis, impingem... Details >
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
Scoliosis Glossary of Medical Terms
Online definitions of scientific and medical terms frequently used in association with this musculoskeletal disorder.
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Scoliosis Research Society |
Scoliosis Patient Information
This site provides answers to questions most commonly asked by patients affected by this musculoskeletal disorder and the general public.
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Scoliosis Research Society |
