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What Are Bone and Joint Disorders?

Disorders that affect the musculoskeletal system are common and range from mild problems, such as gout, to more severe problems such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. The most common symptoms are pain and physical disability, which can have a major impact on people’s lives. Some 30 percent of North Americans have symptoms related to their bones and joints, but people rarely die from these conditions.