• Condition causing death of bone
• Symptoms may include joint pain, stiffness and swelling
• Caused by lack of blood flow due to injury, constriction of blood vessels, infection or other disease processes
• Risk may increase with alcohol abuse or steroid use
• Cannot be spread from person to person
• Affects males and females
• Can occur at any age
• May be mild to severe
• Can be life threatening

Rest the affected joint

FOR PAIN

• Apply hot or cold packs to the area
• Relaxation techniques
• Distraction
• Over-the-counter medicine (refer to manufacturer’s recommendations for dosage):
  • Acetaminophen
  • Ibuprofen