Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, formerly known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, is the most common type of arthritis in children under the age of 16. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis can cause persistent joint pain, swelling and stiffness. Some children may experience symptoms for only a few months, while others have symptoms for many years. Some types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis can  Read More

Gordon syndrome is an extremely rare disorder that belongs to a group of genetic disorders known as the distal arthrogryposes. These disorders typically involve stiffness and impaired mobility of certain joints of the lower arms and legs (distal extremities) including the knees, elbows, wrists, and/or ankles. These joints tend to be permanently fixed in a bent or flexed position (contractures). Gordon syndrome is characterized by the permanent  Read More

Diaphyseal dysplasia Camurati-Engelmann (DCD) is a genetic disorder that affects the growth of bones in children and young adults. It is caused by a mutation in the COL2A1 gene, which encodes a protein called type II collagen. This mutation results in an abnormal production of type II collagen, causing the bones to grow abnormally and become weak over time. The disease causes progressive limb deformities, joint pain, and arthr  Read More

Though some cases of osteochondrosis can occur and heal without you even knowing, the most common symptom is pain near the affected joint. Pain can occur due to either physical activity or pressure applied to the area. Other symptoms may include: swelling tenderness joint popping joint locking joint weakness joint stiffness an inability to fully straighten the a  Read More

wJansen type metaphyseal chondrodysplasia is an extremely rare progressive disorder in which portions of the bones of the arms and legs develop abnormally with unusual cartilage formations and subsequent abnormal bone formation at the large (bulbous) end portions (metaphyses) of these long bones (metaphyseal chondrodysplasia). As a result, affected individuals exhibit unusually short arms and legs and short stature (short-limbed dwarfism), fin  Read More

Jansen type metaphyseal chondrodysplasia is an extremely rare progressive disorder in which portions of the bones of the arms and legs develop abnormally with unusual cartilage formations and subsequent abnormal bone formation at the large (bulbous) end portions (metaphyses) of these long bones (metaphyseal chondrodysplasia). As a result, affected individuals exhibit unusually short arms and legs and short stature (short-limbed dwarfism), find  Read More

Jansen type metaphyseal chondrodysplasia is an extremely rare progressive disorder in which portions of the bones of the arms and legs develop abnormally with unusual cartilage formations and subsequent abnormal bone formation at the large (bulbous) end portions (metaphyses) of these long bones (metaphyseal chondrodysplasia). As a result, affected individuals exhibit unusually short arms and legs and short stature (short-limbed dwarfism), find  Read More

There is no cure for marble bones, but there are ways to manage the condition. The best way to manage marble bones is by getting regular exercise and eating a healthy diet. This will help you maintain a healthy weight, which can reduce the risk of fractures. If you're worried about fractures or want to prevent them, you may want to consider wearing hip protectors while playing sports or doing activiti  Read More

Although osteoarthritis has no known cure, it does not always get worse with time. 1. There are several treatments available to help with symptom relief. The major therapies for osteoarthritis symptoms include lifestyle changes, such as exercising frequently and maintaining a healthy weight. 2. Lifestyle changes, such as eating healthfully and exercising frequently, medicine to alleviate your pain, and suppo  Read More

Osteochondritis dissecans facts Osteochondritis dissecans is a joint condition whereby a variable amount of bone and its adjacent cartilage loses its blood supply. The cause of osteochondritis dissecans is often unknown. Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, and even locking of the joint. Osteochondritis dissecans is best diagnosed with imaging studies. Arthroscopic surgery is a procedur  Read More