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degenerative joint disease

/dɪˈdʒenərətɪv dʒɔɪnt dɪˈziːz/

Traducción: Término médico que designa el deterioro progresivo del cartílago articular y del hueso subyacente, conocido comúnmente como osteoartritis, frecuentemente asociado al envejecimiento o al desgaste.

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/dɪˈdʒenərətɪv dʒɔɪnt dɪˈziːz/C1formalmedical
  • esTérmino médico que designa el deterioro progresivo del cartílago articular y del hueso subyacente, conocido comúnmente como osteoartritis, frecuentemente asociado al envejecimiento o al desgaste.

A medical term referring to the gradual deterioration of joint cartilage and underlying bone, commonly known as osteoarthritis, often associated with aging or wear and tear.

  1. OsteoarthritisB2formal

    A chronic condition characterized by the breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone, most often from wear and tear.

    esosteoartritis

    • Degenerative joint disease commonly affects the knees, hips, and hands.
    • The doctor diagnosed him with degenerative joint disease after reviewing the X-rays.
    • Exercise and weight management can help manage symptoms of degenerative joint disease.