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The connection between Osteoarthritis & your weight

Discover the connection between osteoarthritis & obesity and eliminate your risks to improve your health.

What is osteoarthritis?

Obesity can lead to excessive stress on the weight-bearing joints leading to an increased risk of osteoarthritis.

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, occurring when joints wear out and bones get damaged due to frictional wear and tear.

Common Symptoms

Unable to move the joint in a full range of motion
Joint stiffness and tenderness
Extra lumps of bone around the affected joint.
Inflammation in the tissue around the joint
A popping or cracking sound when the joint is used

When to see a Doctor

Damaged bone & joint in an accident or injury.
An affected joint disrupts your daily activities
Chronic conditions like obesity or type 2 diabetes
Mobility issues
Severe joint pain (so much so that you can’t even sleep).

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

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Causes and Risk Factors

Extra body weight puts strains on joints & bones.
Repetitive stress on the same joint
Family history of arthritis
Musculoskeletal deformities in joints and bones.
Age 50 years or older

Diagnosis and Tests

Physical exam to examine the symptoms
Imaging tests like MRI, CT, and X-rays.
Blood tests
Joint fluid analysis
Ultrasound to assess joint structure

Treatment Options

Over the counter & prescribed medications
Therapies such as physical & occupational therapy.
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
Conservative treatments
Realigning or joint replacement surgeries

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The connection between Osteoarthritis & your weight

Discover the connection between osteoarthritis & obesity and eliminate your risks to improve your health.

What is osteoarthritis?

Common Symptoms

When to see a Doctor

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

Causes and Risk Factors

Diagnosis and Tests

Treatment Options

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