World Arthritis Day
When we talk about arthritis, we generally mean the most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis. It’s a condition that involves the wearing away of cartilage that protects our bones where they meet our joints; it causes pain, swelling, and stiffness. Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease in which the synovial membrane that protects and lubricates joints […]
World Arthritis Day
Knee osteoarthritis is degeneration of the knee’s cartilage—the flexible, slippery material that normally protects bones from joint friction and impact. The condition also involves changes to the bone underneath the cartilage and can affect nearby soft tissues. What causes damage? Excessive stress( obesity, faulty mechanics while walking/running, excessive exercise, ignoring existing injuries) are associated with […]