"There are over 200 causes of bone pain." National Institute of Health Bone pain is not the same as joint pain or muscle pain and must be given separate, careful diagnosis. Medplus Files
Bone Pain	One of the most common conditions is the osteoarthritis of the knee, which the breakdown of the tissues that protect the bones.
Unique products to help you live life to the fullest.	What is it? To diagnose your condition, the doctor will ask you about your symptoms and medical history and may suggest laboratory tests and x-rays. There is no specific blood test for osteoarthritis. The results of blood tests that indicate general inflammation, are often normal in osteoarthritis patients, but may be elevated if you have rheumatoid arthritis, a different form of joint disease. Treatment There are surgical and non-surgical treatments of osteoarthritis. For pain relief, acetaminophen (Tylenol) is generally the first choice. Another large class of pain-relieving drugs are the opioid medications, which have morphine-like properties. Latest News Smoking May Play Role in Knee Osteoarthritis Massage Eases Pain of Knee Arthritis   - - - - - - - - - - - - Copyright 2006 LAT. All Rights Reserved. Information provided is for reference purposes only and does not constitute medical advise. Contact us at: info@jointspain.com for any information.