Definition:

Arthritis characterized by erosion of articular cartilage of the lower leg, which becomes soft, frayed, and thinned with eburnation of subchondral bone and outgrowths of marginal osteophytes; pain and loss of function result.

Symptoms:

• Pain in the lower leg
• Stiffness in the lower leg
• Loss of ROM in the lower leg
• Crepitus in the lower leg with movement

Causes:

• Wear and tear
• Trauma
• Previous fracture

Treatment:

• ROM and stretching
• Lower leg stabilization exercises
• Lower extremity strengthening exercise