early osteo arthritis
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a form of degenerative joint pain caused by wear and tear on your joints. As you age, the cartilage that cushions your joints starts to wear down, causing the bones to rub together.
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In general terms, "Osteo-arthritis" can simply be defined as a progressive and degenerative disorder of synovial joints.
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- Osteo-arthritis is also known as "Wear and tear arthritis".
- In osteo-arthritis (wear and tear arthritis), the cartilage slowly degenerates.
- In osteo-arthritis (wear and tear arthritis), the bone ends become exposed.
- In osteo-arthritis (wear and tear arthritis), the articular cartilage is mainly affected.
- In osteo-arthritis (wear and tear arthritis), large joints such as knees, hips, etc, are first affected.
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