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How to slow down the progression of knee osteoarthritis, naturally

Updated on October 25, 2024

You can put the brakes on knee osteoarthritis with a few lifestyle changes. Here, Andrew Feldman, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at NYU Langone Health, explains how shedding extra pounds, building muscle and carefully picking your physical activity can help you maintain mobility.

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