About Musculoskeletal Diseases

Learn about the causes, risk factors and treatment of the musculoskeletal diseases we research, assess, manage and help to diagnose at the institute.

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Musculoskeletal diseases or disorders affect the body’s bones, muscles and joints. The risk of developing a musculoskeletal disease increases with age.

Osteosarcopenia

Osteosarcopenia is the existence of osteoporosis and sarcopenia–two chronic musculoskeletal conditions–at the same time. These conditions are commonly associated with ageing.  Unfortunately the presence of both conditions leads to worse outcomes than what is seen when either condition exists on…

Sarcopenia

Sarcopenia is a disease associated with ageing caused by a loss of skeletal muscle mass, function and strength. It interferes with the ability to perform everyday activities. Sarcopenia usually refers to the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength due…

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a common medical condition where the bones become brittle and fragile and increases the risk of broken bones or fractures. Osteoporosis is a commonly occurring bone disease, which increases the risk of fracture. Osteoporotic bones become more porous…

Arthritis

Arthritis is an umbrella term for over 100 conditions affecting the bony joints of the musculoskeletal system and causing painful inflammation of joints and their internal structures. There are many different types of arthritis. However, some types are more common…