Weight loss may be important in overweight patients. Not answered 1. Hyaluronan injections may be considered a form of pharmacotherapy. Not answered 1. Controlled clinical trials have validated the role of acupuncture in osteoarthritis.
Thermal therapy is a frequent adjunct to exercise therapy.
Various diets have been shown to ameliorate osteoarthritis symptoms. Not answered 1. Acetaminophen is an appropriate first line analgesic therapy for osteoarthritis. The side effects of acetaminophen restrict its use to a limited number of patients. Not answered 1.