A newer option for treatment of arthritis of the knee which does not involve surgery is explained in this factsheet.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 11 Jan 2007

List of links evaluated by experts at the National Library of Medicine on limb loss.

created: 08 Sep 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Experts at the National Library of Medicine evaluated and listed the best websites on ankylosing spondylitis.

created: 08 Sep 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 08 Sep 2003

Brief basic information and contact information for more detailed information, pamphlets, and organizations.

created: 14 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 18 Aug 2003

Fact sheet on arthritis with basic information and links to other arthritis information on the internet.

created: 30 Jun 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 11 Jan 2007

Has answers to common questions about joint diseases, exercise, medications, treatments, latest news, and events.

created: 01 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 08 Sep 2003

Experts at the National Library of Medicine have evaluated and listed internet sites on bone diseases in general, diagnostic tests, and how to find a doctor.

created: 08 Sep 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 08 Sep 2003

List of websites evaluated by the National Library of Medicine with general information on busitis, its diagnosis and symptoms, treatments, and how to find a doctor.

created: 08 Sep 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 08 Sep 2003

Describes and gives contact information for Illinois arthritis program funded by the CDC

created: 01 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 07 Jun 2007

Easy-to-Read booklet in Spanish and English by National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)on arthritis

created: 30 Jun 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 30 Jun 2003

Sintomas, diagnostico, y tratamiento por dolores de la espalda.

created: 14 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 18 Aug 2003

Brief information on spondylitis and related conditions, including diagnosis, treatment and genetics.

created: 14 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 07 Jun 2007

Listing of local Illinois offices of the Arthritis Foundation searchable by zip code.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Basic information with a focus on avoiding or relieving low back pain. A link to a Spanish language version of the brochure is given.

created: 14 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 08 Sep 2003

Causes, diagnosis, tests, treatments, and alternative medicine treatments for back pain including color illustrations.

created: 14 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 10 Nov 2003

Experts at the National Library of Medicine have evaluated and listed the best websites on general back pain.

created: 08 Sep 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

List of links evaluated by experts at the National Library of Medicine on bone cancer, diagnosis, treatments, clinical trials and latest news.

created: 08 Sep 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

List of evaluated websites with information on the causes, treatments, research and organizations concerned with fibromyalgia.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Links to reliable information on gout and related diseases are provided by the experts at the National Library of Medicine.

created: 28 Sep 2004 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

List of web sites that have been evaluated by the National Library of Medicine on hip replacement surgery. An excellent first place to search for information on diagnosis, treatment, finding a doctor, and other excellent information.

created: 28 Sep 2004 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Comprehensive listing of websites on knee problems and injuries evaluated for accuracy by the National Library of Medicine.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

List of evaluated web sites on knee replacement surgery prepared by the National Library of Medicine. An excellent first place to look for information.

created: 28 Sep 2004 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Information on research, causes, treatment, coping and other important information on this genetic muscle disease can be found linked to this web site. Experts at the National Library of Medicine have chosen the best and most authoritative web sites to use.

created: 28 Sep 2004 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Links to information on this genetic bone disorder include treatment, research, disease management, genetics and other useful information evaluated by the National Library of Medicine.

created: 28 Sep 2004 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

List of recommended web sites prepared by the National Library of Medicine with diagnosis, treatment, and other useful information.

created: 28 Sep 2004 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Comprehensive listing of recommended websites with the latest news, research, organizations, statistics, basic information on diagnosis and treatments.

created: 14 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Links to information on symptoms, treatment, research, and coping with this bone disorder that have been evaluated by the National Library of Medicine.

created: 28 Sep 2004 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

List of websites evaluated by the National Library of Medicine which provide reliable information on slipped disk of the spine.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 28 Sep 2004

Short summary of general information on back pain with links to additional information sheets, websites, and organizations.

created: 14 Aug 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 08 Sep 2003

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)fact sheet that answers basic questions about arthritis and rheumatic diseases.

created: 30 Jun 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 08 Sep 2003

Colorful animation of hip replacement surgery. Also includes a link to a printable brochure on the surgery.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 10 Nov 2003

Animated illustration of knee replacement surgery. Also includes a link to a printable brochure on the procedure.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 10 Nov 2003

Colorful animation describes in detail replacement of the shoulder joint. A link is shown to a printable sheet on the surgery.

created: 10 Nov 2003 by jkennedy ::: updated: 10 Nov 2003