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Joint locking and crepitus

07/23/2008 09:05AM

Question:

I have RA in all my joints. I was told that I also have crepitus in my elbows. My right elbow also locks. Does it mean that I have bone rubing on bone? What could be going on with my elbow?

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Case Western Reserve University Catherine Kane, BA
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Case Western Reserve University