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Aspirin</label></li><li id="answer_choice_711" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin)" value="711" name="question_option_222" class="question_option" id="question_option_711" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin)</label></li><li id="answer_choice_712" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Naproxen (such as Aleve or Naprosyn)" value="712" name="question_option_222" class="question_option" id="question_option_712" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Naproxen (such as Aleve or Naprosyn)</label></li><li id="answer_choice_3794" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="E. All of the above" value="3794" name="question_option_222" class="question_option" id="question_option_3794" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>E. All of the above</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_222">The correct answer is all of the above. Your doctor may recommend acetaminophen first, because it has fewer long-term side effects than the others. If your pain continues, your doctor may recommend other pain relievers. Always ask your doctor which medicine is safest for you and how much to take.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_2" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_223"><h4 class="question">Exercise is one of the best treatments for arthritis pain.</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_713" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. True" value="713" name="question_option_223" class="question_option" id="question_option_713" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. True</label></li><li id="answer_choice_714" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. False" value="714" name="question_option_223" class="question_option" id="question_option_714" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. False</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_223">The correct answer is true. Staying active not only helps reduce pain, but also relieves stiffness, boosts your energy, and improves bone and muscle strength. But some sports or exercises may make your pain worse. Work with your doctor or physical therapist to develop an exercise routine for you.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_3" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_224"><h4 class="question">You can help treat OA at home by doing the following:</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_715" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Losing extra pounds" value="715" name="question_option_224" class="question_option" id="question_option_715" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Losing extra pounds</label></li><li id="answer_choice_716" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Getting enough sleep" value="716" name="question_option_224" class="question_option" id="question_option_716" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Getting enough sleep</label></li><li id="answer_choice_717" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Eating a balanced, healthy diet" value="717" name="question_option_224" class="question_option" id="question_option_717" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Eating a balanced, healthy diet</label></li><li id="answer_choice_718" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. All of the above" value="718" name="question_option_224" class="question_option" id="question_option_718" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. All of the above</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_224">The correct answer is all of the above. Losing extra pounds can take pressure off joints in the legs and feet. Getting enough sleep helps you recover more quickly after a flare-up. And eating a balanced diet helps keep your whole body healthy.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_4" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_225"><h4 class="question">Physical therapy can benefit many people with OA.</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_719" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. True" value="719" name="question_option_225" class="question_option" id="question_option_719" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. True</label></li><li id="answer_choice_720" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. False" value="720" name="question_option_225" class="question_option" id="question_option_720" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. False</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_225">The correct answer is true. Physical therapy can help improve muscle strength and the motion of stiff joints, as well as your sense of balance. Therapists have many techniques for treating OA. If you don't get relief, ask your doctor about other treatment options.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_5" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_226"><h4 class="question">Over-the-counter remedies that can help relieve OA symptoms include:</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_721" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Glucosamine" value="721" name="question_option_226" class="question_option" id="question_option_721" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Glucosamine</label></li><li id="answer_choice_722" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Chondroitin sulfate" value="722" name="question_option_226" class="question_option" id="question_option_722" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Chondroitin sulfate</label></li><li id="answer_choice_723" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Capsaicin skin cream" value="723" name="question_option_226" class="question_option" id="question_option_723" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Capsaicin skin cream</label></li><li id="answer_choice_724" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. A and B" value="724" name="question_option_226" class="question_option" id="question_option_724" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. A and B</label></li><li id="answer_choice_725" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="E. All of the above" value="725" name="question_option_226" class="question_option" id="question_option_725" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>E. All of the above</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_226">The correct answer is capsaicin cream. There is little evidence that glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate help relieve OA pain. Talk to your doctor about which over-the-counter remedies may work best for you.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_6" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_227"><h4 class="question">Which of the following treatments is better for OA pain?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_726" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Heat" value="726" name="question_option_227" class="question_option" id="question_option_726" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Heat</label></li><li id="answer_choice_727" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Cold" value="727" name="question_option_227" class="question_option" id="question_option_727" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Cold</label></li><li id="answer_choice_728" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Both heat and cold" value="728" name="question_option_227" class="question_option" id="question_option_728" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Both heat and cold</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_227">The correct answer is both heat and cold. Hot packs, warm towels, or taking a warm bath can help increase blood flow and make your joints more flexible. Cold packs can help numb the painful area and reduce joint pain. Work with your doctor to see what works best for you.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_7" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_228"><h4 class="question">You should only use a brace if your doctor recommends it.</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_729" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. True" value="729" name="question_option_228" class="question_option" id="question_option_729" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. True</label></li><li id="answer_choice_730" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. False" value="730" name="question_option_228" class="question_option" id="question_option_730" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. False</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_228">The correct answer is true. Splints and braces can sometimes support weakened joints. Some prevent the joint from moving; others allow some movement. You should use a brace only when your doctor or therapist recommends one, and ask how to use it. Using a brace the wrong way can cause joint damage, stiffness, and pain.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_8" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_229"><h4 class="question">How often can you receive corticosteroid injections to treat pain?</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_731" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. Once a week" value="731" name="question_option_229" class="question_option" id="question_option_731" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. Once a week</label></li><li id="answer_choice_732" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. Once a month" value="732" name="question_option_229" class="question_option" id="question_option_732" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. Once a month</label></li><li id="answer_choice_733" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="C. Two to four times a year" value="733" name="question_option_229" class="question_option" id="question_option_733" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>C. Two to four times a year</label></li><li id="answer_choice_734" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="D. Once a year" value="734" name="question_option_229" class="question_option" id="question_option_734" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>D. Once a year</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_229">The correct answer is two to four times a year. Corticosteroids are hormones that help reduce swelling in the joint. They are effective as a short-term treatment to relieve joint pain. However, experts recommend that you have no more than four injections a year.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_9" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_230"><h4 class="question">If you have OA, you’ll need to have surgery sooner or later.</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_735" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. True" value="735" name="question_option_230" class="question_option" id="question_option_735" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. True</label></li><li id="answer_choice_736" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="B. False" value="736" name="question_option_230" class="question_option" id="question_option_736" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>B. False</label></li></ul><div class="answer" id="answer_230">The correct answer is false. Although you may need to have surgery if your symptoms are severe, many people can treat their symptoms without ever having surgery. Talk to your doctor about what treatments may help relieve your OA pain.</div></div></div><div id="quiz_slides_10" class="quiz_slides fade"><div tabIndex="0" class="quiz_content" id="quiz_content_231"><h4 class="question">The only type of surgery for OA involves replacing the joint.</h4><ul class="answer_choice_list" id="answer_choice_list"><li id="answer_choice_737" tabIndex="-1" class="answer_choice"><input aria-label="A. True" value="737" name="question_option_231" class="question_option" id="question_option_737" tabIndex="0" type="radio"/><label>A. 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