Osteoarthritis
Patient Education

Patient Guide

How to Prepare for Your Osteoarthritis Doctor Visit

There are several things that you should consider bringing to your doctor's office to maximize the benefit of the consultation and the time allotted for your doctor visit. Read the list below in this patient education guide for more information.

  • Bring a list to the doctor's office of symptoms. There are several entries you should note regarding your symptoms such as:
    • How long you have had them?
    • What makes your osteoarthritis symptoms better or worse (activity or medicines)?
    • Is there a pattern to them?
    • Did any injury occur?
    • Do your osteoarthritis symptoms affect your range of motion or prevent you from doing any particular activity?
  • Bring a list of medications. Note your dosage.
  • Take along a list of questions that you have prepared prior to the visit.
  • On the day of the exam, wear loose-fitting clothes.

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