osteoarthritis

Question 1

Whats WHO definition of OA

Answer 1

OA is a long-term chronic disease characterized by the deterioration of (hyaline articular) cartilage in joints which results in bones rubbing together and creating stiffness, pain, and impaired movement.

Question 2

Draw a diagram of healthy bone

Question 3

what particular injuries are most likely to lead to OA

Answer 3

cruciate ligament rupture

Question 4

Draw the vivious cycle of obesity related OA

Answer 4

lack of physical activiity - obesity - increased pressure on knee joints - joint pain