Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative disorder of the joints characterized by joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, gradually leading to movement limitations. Wear and tear and the loss of articular cartilage are the frontline suspects for this condition. Knee OA affects various joints like the hands, neck, back, knee, and hips and is the most common type of arthritis. The following article discusses the causes, diagnosis, and management of knee osteoarthritis. Knee OA The most prevalent complaints in knee OA include pain, discomfort, and affected quality of life.
Knee OA progresses slowly. Thus, age and obesity are said to be the leading factors for the condition. A recent study revealed a prevalence rate of 28.7% in India. 1 It is also reported that females are more prone to knee OA than males. 2 Causes Figure 1: Different causes of OA (Adapted from Healthline) 3 Diagnosis In OA, all…
