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Deutsche Hüftgelenksarthrose {f}; Hüftarthrose {f}; Koxarthrose {f}; Coxarthrose {f} (Arthrosis deformans coxae) [med.] Synonyme

Englische hip osteoarthritis; osteoarthritis of the hip; coxarthrosis Synonyme

osteoarthritis Definition

osteoarthritis Bedeutung

osteoarthritis
degenerative arthritis
degenerative joint disease
chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints, the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age
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Osteoarthritis is a type of joint disease that results from breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone. The most common symptoms are joint pain and stiffness. Initially, symptoms may occur only following exercise, but over time may become constant. Other symptoms may include joint swelling, decreased range of motion, and when the back is affected weakness or numbness of the arms and legs. The most commonly involved joints are those near the ends of the fingers, at the base of the thumb, neck, lower back, knee, and hips. Joints on one side of the body are often more affected than those on the other. Usually the symptoms come on over years. It can affect work and normal daily activities. Unlike other types of arthritis, only the joints are typically affected.