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    Diagnosis of Musculoskeletal Disorders
    • Medical History and Physical Examination in Musculoskeletal Disorders
      • Medical History
        • Pain
        • Stiffness
        • Fatigue
        • Joint instability
      • Physical Examination
      • Bones and joints
      • Muscles and nerves
    • Tests for Musculoskeletal Disorders
      • Laboratory Tests
      • Imaging Tests
        • X-rays
        • Bone scanning
        • Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
        • Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA)
        • Ultrasonography
      • Other Diagnostic Procedures
        • Arthroscopy
        • Joint aspiration (arthrocentesis)
        • Nerve and muscle tests
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