How Strength Training Helps Prevent Osteoarthritis Progression Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of adults each year. Often referred to as “wear-and-tear” arthritis, osteoarthritis develops when the protective cartilage that cushions joints gradually breaks down. As cartilage deteriorates, bones begin rubbing against one another, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility. Although osteoarthritis cannot be … Read More
Early Warning Signs of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a gradual disease with symptoms that appear over a long period of time. Depending on the joints and bones that are affected, symptoms vary, some that are more severe than others. Osteoarthritis affects over 27 million Americans each year. The symptoms mirror those of other chronic illnesses as well as show up differently depending on the patient’s lifestyle, … Read More