Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Joint Disease): Prevention, Treatment, Risks

Osteoarthritis 101

Roughly 40 million Americans are expected to have osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis) by 2020. You don't have to be one of them! Start here to learn what osteoarthritis is, how it develops and what you can do now to prevent it.

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27 million
The number of people in the U.S. who have osteoarthritis
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Osteoarthritis Q&As

Geraldine M. Navarro, MD Rheumatology UCLA Health	Q	What strength exercises can I do if I have osteoarthritis (OA)?
Geraldine M. Navarro, MD Rheumatology UCLA Health	A	For strength exercises for osteoarthritis (OA), you can choose between machines and free weights. The machines are good because they ensure proper form, provide support and . . . Read More