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Review
. 2003 Aug:67:42-4.

Musculoskeletal conditions in France

Liana Euller-Ziegler  1
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  • PMID: 12926653
Review

Musculoskeletal conditions in France

Liana Euller-Ziegler. J Rheumatol Suppl. 2003 Aug.

Abstract

Musculoskeletal conditions (MSC) are among the most frequent in adults in France, with over 20% of the population experiencing bone, joint, and muscle disorders. MSC are an increasing health concern in France, growing in importance on the public health agenda. Some of the present governmental plans are connected with MSC (Pain, the Disabled, Nutrition, Geriatrics). An overview of the present situation in France is provided, regarding the burden, the present situation, and steps forward. Scientific societies and patient groups are actively involved in campaigning in several fields; 2 examples are described: osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthropathies. The Bone and Joint Decade initiative, officially endorsed by the French Government on June 20, 2000, provides the opportunity to develop more coordinated actions through the national network and international partnership as well (including the European League Against Rheumatism) to finally improve the health-related quality of life for people with MSC.

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