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What is Osteoarthritis?

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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, in which the cartilage and other tissues in a joint gradually break down, causing pain and stiffness.

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In plain words

Osteoarthritis most often affects the knees, hips, hands, neck and lower back.

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Why it matters

Knee and hip pain often improve with weight loss, and joint surgery may require reaching a BMI target first.

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Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, in which the cartilage and other tissues in a joint gradually break down, causing pain and stiffness.

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