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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Appropriate Use Criteria for Non-Arthroplasty Treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Knee

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Date: Friday, December 6, 2013

Overview

This guideline focuses specifically on the non-arthroplasty treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee. It does not cover osteoarthritis of other joints, rheumatoid arthritis, or other inflammatory disorders.

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Resource Details

Date: December 6, 2013
Contact:  practice@apta.org
Content Type:  CPG

Symptoms & Conditions

Knee Conditions, Osteoarthritis

Patient Age

Middle Aged (45-64), Aged (65+), 80 and over (80+)

Author(s)

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

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