Davidson 26. Rheumatology and Bone Disease

Rheumatology and bone disease explore structure, movement, and the cost of inflammation over time. This chapter examines autoimmune disease, degenerative change, and disorders of mineral metabolism.In this audio deep dive, we consider pain, stiffness, deformity, and fracture — alongside the systemic effects of chronic inflammation. You’ll hear how early intervention alters trajectories, and why functional impact matters as much as imaging.This chapter reframes musculoskeletal disease as cumulative — shaped by biology, load, and longevity. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drmanaankarray.substack.com/subscribe