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Osteoarthritis — ABFM Board MCQ

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EasyMusculoskeletal/Sports medicineOsteoarthritisABFM Board

A 67-year-old woman has bilateral knee pain worse with activity and better with rest. Examination shows crepitus and bony enlargement without warmth. Morning stiffness lasts 10 minutes. Which of the following would you advise this patient?

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Correct answer: D — Exercise therapy and topical NSAID trial

First-line osteoarthritis management includes exercise, weight optimization when needed, and topical NSAIDs for knee symptoms.

Reference: American Family Physician clinical reviews and AAFP guidance: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp.html