Osteoarthri

tis
Nancy Song and Anon

The Pathology
Most commonly affects joints in hands, knees, hips and
spine
The cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in the
joints gradually deteriorates
Breaking down cartilage in the joint

Who it affects
Older Age
Female
Obesity
Joint injuries
Certain occupations
Genetics
Bone Deformities

Almost adults in the u.s

with arthritis are of
working age

of working age people

with arthritis face
limitations in working

People with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid

arthritis missed a combined of

172

employm
ent

$156 billion
Lost wages and medical expenses every year

6.7 billion
Hospitalizations every year

100 million
Outpatient visits

econom
impact

Signs and Symptoms

Pain. Your joint may hurt during or after
movement.
Tenderness. Your joint may feel tender
when you apply light pressure to it.
Stiffness
Loss of flexibility
Grating sensation
Bone spurs

How to manage / cure

/ prevent it
Staying active

Maintaining a healthy weight

Joint replacement surgery
Braces or shoe inserts
Knee taping
Use assistive devices

How to manage / cure

/ prevent it
Staying active

Maintaining a healthy weight

Joint replacement surgery
Braces or shoe inserts
Knee taping
Use assistive devices

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