Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness. There are two main types of arthritis: osteoarthritis, which causes the cartilage (cushioning) in the joints to break down, and rheumatoid, an autoimmune disorder that targets a joints lining.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Orthopedic Surgery
We provide comprehensive orthopedic care for acute and chronic conditions to help you get back to the activities you love.
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Anesthesiology
The Department of Anesthesiology works closely with other clinicians across BMC to perform essential services across a wide range of procedures and conditions, including services …
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Anesthesia Pain Clinic
BMC’s Anesthesia Pain Clinic helps patients to manage chronic pain by providing many different types of care, all under x-ray guidance.
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Physical and Occupational Therapy
The Physical and Occupational Therapy Department at Boston Medical Center offers expert care to those recovering from an injury or facing a physical disability or limitation.
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy focuses on upper extremity function to restore independence with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, household tasks, and returning to work.
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Physical Therapy
Physical therapy can help treat many different medical conditions, as well as preventing loss of mobility and function. Our physical therapists evaluate, diagnose, and treat a var…