Osteoarthritis: Millions of people suffer from osteoarthritis. Any joint in the body can have osteoarthritis. Weight-bearing joints are usually affected .i.e. knee, and hip joint. Our joints are covered by smooth and lubricious tissue called cartilage that helps the bone to move freely against each other. Wearing and tearing occurs in cartilage during osteoarthritis. When the cartilage breaks, the bones in the joint come closer and rub together which causes pain, and stiffness. Old people are prone to it but an adult can also suffer from this disease. Symptoms: · The prime symptoms are pain and stiffness in the joint. · Pain worsens with the movement of joints. · Swelling occurs occasionally around the joint. · The muscle may be wasted around the joint · ...
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