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Spinal osteochondrosis is a structural deformity of the spine. It is most common in adolescents, generally starting around 12 years of age. Characteristics include backache and curvature of the spine, as well as necrosis (death of living cells.)

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What is juvenile osteochondrosis of foot?

What is juvenile osteochondrosis of the foot


What has the author Sven Reiland written?

Sven Reiland has written: 'Osteochondrosis in the pig' -- subject(s): Osteochondrosis, Swine, Diseases


How is osteochondrosis diagnosed?

Diagnosis can be confirmed by x-ray findings.


What is Freiberg's osteochondrosis?

Freiberg's infraction is an osteochondrosis that most often involves the head of the second metatarsal and affects most commonly young women. Quoted from the Related Link below. Definition of osteochondrosis: A disease in which the bones do not grow and join properly.


What is the prognosis for a patient with osteochondrosis?

Accurate prediction of the outcome for individual patients is difficult with osteochondrosis. Some patients will heal spontaneously. Others will heal with little treatment other than keeping weight or stress off the affected limb.


What is sheuermanns disease?

Is juvenile kyphosis or juvenile osteochondrosis resulting in a malformed thoracic and lumbar spine.


Can a horse have OCD?

Yes, horses can have OCD. But it is not the human condition you're thinking of. OCD in horses refers to Osteochondrosis but not Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Osteochondrosis is a disease that affects a horses joints and is similar to a human experiencing "growing pains." Symptoms of osteochondrois include stiffness and lameness in the leg. See the related link below for more information on treatment.


What are the symptoms of osteochondroses?

The most common symptom for most types of osteochondrosis is simply pain at the affected joint, especially when pressure is applied. Locking of a joint or limited range of motion at a joint can also occur.


What has the author James F Brailsford written?

James F. Brailsford has written: 'Osteochondritis of the adult tarsal navicular' -- subject(s): Osteochondrosis 'Paget's disease of bone' -- subject(s): Osteitis deformans


What are the causes of osteochondroses?

Many theories have been advanced to account for osteochondrosis, but none has proven fully satisfactory. Stress and ischemia (reduced blood supply) are two of the most commonly mentioned factors. Athletic young children are often.


What is the scientific name for bone growth?

The scientific term for bone growth is ossification. This process involves the deposition of minerals, such as calcium and phosphorus, in a framework of collagen fibers to form new bone tissue. Ossification occurs throughout life to maintain bone density and repair bones after injuries.


Why are osteochondroses more prevalent in children than adults?

Osteochondroses are more prevalent in children because their bones are still growing and developing, making them more susceptible to injuries and growth disturbances. Children's bones are not fully formed yet, so they are more prone to issues such as avascular necrosis and osteochondritis dissecans, which are common types of osteochondroses. Additionally, the increased physical activity and sports participation in children can contribute to the development of these conditions.