Knee osteoarthritis is a common ailment. It happens when the cartilage in the knee joint gradually wears away.
Many people think it only affects older adults as it is often associated with aging and wear and tear. But what if it strikes early? Before the age of 45?
This is known as early-onset knee osteoarthritis and it can significantly impact quality of life.
Who’s at risk?
Osteoarthritis is most common in adults 45 and older but it is not a regular part of aging.
Certain factors increase the risk of developing early-onset knee osteoarthritis, including genetics, body weight, previous joint injuries and even your occupation.
Early diagnosis:
It’s important to recognize the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis early. The main symptom is joint pain that gets worse with activity. At first, the pain may be mild, but then it gets stronger over time.
Treatment for knee OA:
Cartilage can’t replace itself naturally. Lifestyle changes can help people with knee osteoarthritis avoid joint replacement surgery down the road. Here are some ways to do this:
-Maintain a healthy weight
-Do low-impact exercises and stay active
-Cycling can help improve knee arthritis symptoms
-Physical therapy can strengthen the muscles around the knee
-Use over-the-counter pain relievers, knee injections
Please Contact us for more information.
Dr. Dev Padia
Specialist Orthopaedic Pain Fracture Ligaments Injury and Expert Joint Replacement Surgeon, Surat.