Together, we can prevent osteoarthritis
Today, 32.5 million people – 1 in almost every 7 American adults – have osteoarthritis (OA). This disease mainly affects the hands, knees, and hips in adults. OA rates are expected to increase in the years ahead as Baby Boomers age and the effects of the obesity epidemic begin to manifest. Osteoarthritis is common, costly and a leading cause of disability.
But there’s cause for hope, OA can be prevented. Here’s how.