The Encyclopedia of Arthritis (Facts on File Library of Health and Living)

The Encyclopedia of Arthritis contains more than 250 entries explaining the most important aspects of arthritis and related conditions for the layperson. Based on the most current research and authoritative sources, comprehensive coverage touches on specific types of arthritis, autoimmune diseases, and musculoskeletal conditions. It discusses symptoms, causes, diagnoses, treatments, drugs, pain management, and much more. Topics include: cartilage, diet, exercise, foot pain, genetic factors, hip pain, immune response, joint replacement, knee pain, Lyme disease, magnets, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and rheumatoid arthritis. Additional resources include appendixes listing drugs used to treat arthritis and related conditions, common laboratory and diagnostic tests, useful websites, a glossary, and a bibliography. The Encyclopedia of Arthritis is an indispensable guide to one of today's most common and debilitating diseases.

Guy Taylor practices rheumatology in Wanganui, New Zealand.