Connective tissue is the "cellular glue" that gives your tissues their shape and helps them work. Cartilage and fat are examples of connective tissue. Many things can cause connective tissue disorders, from infection to injury to genetic diseases.

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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The Department of Rheumatology provides a full range of services — including joint injections, musculoskeletal ultrasound, and infusion therapies — for arthritis and systemic rheu…