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Your Guide to Healthy Bones & Joints
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Basic Anatomy
Is the head bone connected to the neck bone? Or, is the metatarsal connected to the tarsal? Find out by "boning up" on your basic anatomy.
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Orthopedic Tests & Procedures
Your health care provider has a number of tools available to help diagnose and treat your orthopedic problem.
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Orthopedic Conditions & Disorders
Head and shoulders, knees and toes—your skeleton and its supporting cast of ligaments, tendons, and muscles can face a range of conditions.
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Arthritis & Rheumatic Disorders
Arthritis, which causes pain, inflammation and limited movement of joints, has several different forms.
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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis thins and weakens bones to the point where they break easily. Chances are you know someone with osteoporosis; it affects millions.
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Fractures
When you break a bone, you may need a cast or crutches to help you heal. Sometimes a break is a sign of a more serious problem.
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Sports Injuries
Even if you're in good shape, an exercise-related injury can strike when you least expect it.
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Preventing Injuries at Work
Repeating a particular motion constantly, like using a computer mouse, can cause damage to tendons, muscles, and joints.
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Orthopedic Conditions and Children
Certain orthopedic conditions are present at birth or develop during childhood. Here's a look at some of the more common ones.
Know Your Risks
Osteoporosis Risk Assessment for Women

Osteoporosis is a disease that slowly weakens bones until they break easily. People who suffer a broken bone related to osteoporosis often experience a downward turn in their overall health.