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American Osteopathic Association D.O. Database  External Link

Search by name, city, state, primary specialty, or type of practice in this American Osteopathic Association D.O. Database.... Details >

American Osteopathic Association  External Link

Arthroscopy  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

This public information fact sheet defines and describes arthroscopy, a surgical procedure orthopaedic surgeons use to visualize, diagnose and treat problems inside a joint. Some of the most frequent ... Details >

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  External Link

Disorders That Affect Muscles and/or Nerves - Patient Resources  External Link

Provides information concerning electromyography, or EMG, procedures, such as patient preparation for testing. Also contains short, general definitions of several disorders that affect the muscles an... Details >

American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine  External Link

Find a Rheumatologist  External Link

This page will help you find specialists in arthritis care and research in your geographic area.... Details >

American College of Rheumatology  External Link

Find an Orthopaedist  External Link

Search this web site for an American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons® member surgeon. You can search using last name, first name, city, state, zip code, and country. You can also search by a combinati... Details >

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  External Link

Gout Fact Sheet  External Link

This online fact sheet provides basic information for consumers about gout -- a painful musculoskeletal condition caused by excessive amounts of uric acid crystals settling in the joints or other tiss... Details >

Arthritis Foundation  External Link

Information for Patients About Paget’s Disease of Bone

This fact sheet provides information about Paget’s disease, a chronic disorder that can result in enlarged and misshapen bones. The excessive breakdown and formation of bone tissue causes affected bon... Details >

NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases ~ National Resource Center

Journal of Musculoskeletal and Neuronal Interactions  External Link

The Journal of Musculoskeletal and Neuronal Interactions (JMNI) is a quarterly academic journal dealing with the pathophysiology and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. Its purpose is to publish o... Details >

International Society of Musculoskeletal and Neuronal Interactions  External Link

Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain  External Link

The Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain provides up-to-date research and treatment options for fibromyalgia syndrome, myofascial pain syndrome, and other soft-tissue pain syndromes. As the official journa... Details >

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Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis  External Link

There are several types of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, or JRA, which typically appears between the ages of 6 months and 16 years. Understanding the symptoms and characteristics of each of them can... Details >

Nemours Foundation  External Link

Local Chapters and Support Groups: Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation  External Link

The Sjögren's Syndrome Foundation sponsors nearly 100 groups located throughout the United States and Canada. These groups, run by volunteers, provide members opportunity to share advice and tips for ... Details >

Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation, Inc.  External Link

Locating a Rheumatologist - Spondylitis Association of America  External Link

Many people with spondylitis need to be seen by a rheumatologist over an extended period of time rather than being care for by their primary care doctor (general practitioner). Rheumatic diseases ofte... Details >

Spondylitis Association of America  External Link

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

Also available in: Spanish 

The mission of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin dis... Details >

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Information Clearinghouse

Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine Publications  External Link

Listing of publications offered by the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM). Includes patient brochures, case reports, course/workshop handouts, guidelines, mono... Details >

American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine  External Link

Polymyalgia Rheumatica  External Link

Like most people, you're probably stiff and sore occasionally — maybe after a strenuous hike or a weekend of yard-work. Now imagine feeling that way all of the time. That's what it's like to live with... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  External Link

Questions and Answers About Knee Problems

This consumer health information fact sheet contains general information about knee problems. Symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of specific types of knee injuries and conditions are covered. The fact... Details >

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Questions and Answers About Reactive Arthritis

General information about Reiter’s syndrome including a description and how it develops, and Reiter’s syndrome diagnosis and treatment. Men between the ages of 20 and 40 are most likely to develop Re... Details >

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Questions and Answers About Shoulder Problems

This fact sheet presents a general overview of the shoulder and shoulder problems as well as answers questions about specific shoulder problems (dislocation, separation, tendonitis, bursitis, impingem... Details >

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Scoliosis Glossary of Medical Terms  External Link

Online definitions of scientific and medical terms frequently used in association with this musculoskeletal disorder. ... Details >

Scoliosis Research Society  External Link

Scoliosis Patient Information  External Link

This site provides answers to questions most commonly asked by patients affected by this musculoskeletal disorder and the general public. ... Details >

Scoliosis Research Society  External Link

Shinsplints   External Link

Shinsplints are common among runners. But they can also be caused by other activities that involve repeated impact on your feet on hard surfaces, including basketball, aerobic dancing and tennis. ... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  External Link

Support Groups: Spasmodic Torticollis  External Link

This site offers a list of support group leaders and NSTA contact volunteers.... Details >

National Spasmodic Torticollis Association  External Link

What is Lyme Disease?  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

LD manifests itself as a multisystem inflammatory disease that affects the skin in its early, localized stage, and spreads to the joints, nervous system and, to a lesser extent, other organ systems in... Details >

American Lyme Disease Foundation, Inc.  External Link

What to Expect During Your EMG Test  External Link

This fact sheet provides an overview of EMG (electromyography) testing and explains its usefulness in evaluating the causes of numbness, tingling, pain, weakness, fatigue, and muscle cramping.... Details >

American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine  External Link