john’s joints hurt

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis that can affect many joints throughout the body and is often associated with impairments to joint mobility. It frequently causes chronic pain, which could progress as the disease worsens, impacting the ability of the patient to function in their daily activities. Recommended treatment approaches include conservative management, behavioral modifications, medication management, physical therapy and exercise. Do you know what you can do to help a patient with osteoarthritis? 

Podcasts

Pain Know-How

From Mechanisms to Treatment, Dr. Jack Berger discusses fibromyalgia and the options for providers and patients

Media Snippets

Osteoarthritis Overview

Listen to Dr. Stephanie Van as she provides an overview of Osteoarthritis

Intro to Rheumatoid Disease

Listen to Dr. Cora Dong, MD, Pain Medicine specialist, as she shares general characteristics of Rheumatoid diseases:

Blogs

Keck School News

Have Knee Osteoarthritis? Start Moving!

Keck School News

How to Manage Chronic Joint Pain in the Workplace

Keck School News

Managing Chronic Pain with a Mind-Body Physical Activity Program