Osteoarthritis is the de-generation of joint cartilage and the underlying bone, most commonly occurring for people in middle ages and onward. Not only does it cause pain and stiffness, (especially in the hip, knee, and thumb joints), but it also weakens the bone and the joints, potentially making it more susceptible to damage and wear.
I couldn't imagine having to go through that...it's pretty awful.
Osteoarthritis is also called degenerative arthritis. It is the most common chronic joint condition. Osteoarthritis results from overuse of joints but most commonly it is an aging phenomenon. It can be the consequence of demanding sports where joints may be injured or obesity, which places increased load on weight bearing joints.
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Osteoarthritis also called as degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage (is a type of firm, thick, slippery tissue that coats the ends of bones where they meet with other bones to form a joint) on the ends of your bones wears down over time. Osteoarthritis can affect any joint, but it occurs most often in knees, hips, lower back and neck, small joints of the fingers and the bases of the thumb and big toe.
Osteoarthritis is most commonly occur in people older than 65, although, Osteoarthritis occurs in people of all ages.
Causes of Osteoarthritis:Common causes include
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