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In osteoartritis, cartilage is lost. Osteoarthritis is a condition in which wear and tear on your joints over time causes degenerative changes. These changes cause a loss of cartilage. When the cartilage is totally or almost totally gone, you may get a "bone on bone" situation, which can be quite painful.
In osteoarthritis, cartilage degenerates, losing its cushioning and smooth, lubricating effects. As the amount of cartilage decreases, increasing stress is placed on other structures within the joint, such as the bones, joint capsule, ligaments, and tendons.
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