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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics and Rheumatology
  • Integrative Medicine

Background:

  • Musculoskeletal system complaints represent a leading cause for seeking medical attention.
  • A substantial proportion of individuals with these complaints utilize complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies.
  • Understanding common conditions is crucial for effective patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the most frequent musculoskeletal problems encountered in clinical practice.
  • To highlight conditions for which patients seek physician consultation.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of common musculoskeletal conditions.
  • Discussion of prevalent diagnoses in ambulatory care settings.

Main Results:

  • Common musculoskeletal complaints include osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Low back pain, neck pain, and myofascial pain syndrome are frequently reported.
  • These conditions represent a significant burden on healthcare services.

Conclusions:

  • Physicians frequently encounter patients with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, low back pain, neck pain, and myofascial pain syndrome.
  • Awareness of these common conditions is essential for diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • The role of CAM in managing these conditions warrants further consideration.