Musculoskeletal disorders, or MSDs, are injuries of the muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilage, or spinal discs. Here you will find information and other resources for various MSDs.
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Regular Websites
American Society of Temporomandibular Surgeons
The American Society of Temporomandibular Surgeons (ASTMJS) is a non profit organization for specialist surgeons who work with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The website also has a diagnosis document to help patients and doctors determine the nature of TMJ problems. You can also view video clips showing TMJ anatomy and dysfunction. - American Society of Temporomandibular Surgeons
http://www.astmjs.org
The Back website is a great website if you are curious about back health and back pain. The website also has stories from patients who have suffered back pain. You can also learn about exercises that can help you improve back. The website also has articles on the treatment options available for back issues. - Back
http://www.back.com
The Brittle Bone Society is a non-profit organization which gives support to anyone affected by the rare genetic condition which leads to severe, painful fractures and eventual disability. - Brittle Bone Society
http://www.brittlebone.org/
Offers personalized knee resurfacing implants. Explains the technology, and provides information for patients, physicians, and imaging professionals. - ConforMIS
http://www.conformis.com
Hybermobility Syndrome Association
The Hybermobility Syndrome Association (HMSA) is a charitable organization that seeks to help people diagnosed with this condition. The website also has two medical articles on this condition including "Pain and the Hybermobility Syndrome" by Dr Rodney Grahame. - Hybermobility Syndrome Association
http://www.hypermobility.org
The Joshua Frase Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting ongoing medical research for myotubular myopathy and other related congenital myopathies. - Joshua Frase Foundation
http://www.joshuafrase.org/
The National Marfan Foundation is an organization that seeks to help patients and their families recover from Marfan syndrome and related disorders. The website also has advice on how to search for a doctor to help you with this illness. You can also find out about clinical trials underway to test new treatments. - National Marfan Foundation
http://www.marfan.org
Describes the ASTYM System, which is an effective non-surgical treatment for numerous injuries and dysfunctions. Find a provider directory and member resource center. - Performance Dynamics
http://www.performancedynamics.com/
Provides a reference point of information about sports medicine and all related fields. Includes information about occupational therapy, massage therapy, athletic training and more. - Sportsmedicine.com
http://www.sportsmedicine.com
Provides free diagnosis on hundreds of sports injuries and subscription only content on rehabilitation and massage videos. - Virtual Sports Injury Clinic
http://www.sportsinjuryclinic.net/