Glossary

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis

Arthrose·Also: Gelenkverschleiss

Osteoarthritis is a progressive wearing away of the joint cartilage, which leads to pain and restricted mobility. The knees, hips and hands are frequently affected.

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