Imagine that one day, your knee starts to give out. It hurts when you move around, and it seems swollen compared to your other knee. You might have shrugged it off and iced it, thinking…
Bone-on-bone knee pain is one of the most advanced stages of osteoarthritis. At this point, the protective cartilage that cushions the knee joint has worn down significantly—often completely—allowing the bones to rub directly against each…
Many people think of arthritis as something that only affects older adults—but that’s not entirely true. Knee arthritis can begin earlier than you might expect, often developing slowly over time before symptoms become noticeable. Understanding…
Knee arthritis affects millions of people and can significantly impact daily life. Understanding how to treat knee arthritis starts with knowing the causes, types, and available treatment options—from simple lifestyle adjustments to advanced, minimally invasive…
If you’ve ever felt an ache in your knee that comes and goes—or flares up after a long walk or a chilly day—you may have asked yourself: “Could this be arthritis?” Many are also pondering…
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative joint disease that primarily affects the smooth tissue that covers the ends of bones in a joint, known as cartilage. While osteoarthritis can occur in any joint, it most…