Osteoarthritis causes pain and stiffness of the joints. Over the years, many medicines have been developed which offer pain relief to patients and help them stay mobile and independent. By understanding the disease process, there is the promise of even better medicines to come.
Disease: Osteoarthritis
Last update: July 2009
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FAQ: What does the future hold?
Scientists are working to create other highly selective drugs which promise to be more effective and/or have fewer side-effects. From compounds that can modify the progress of the disease and prevent the breakdown of the cartilage, it is expected that the results of this research will help keep people mobile and independent in their later years.