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
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery offers orthopedic services from head to toe for acute injuries, as well as chronic conditions of the musculoskeletal system, to help you get b…
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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.