Osteoarthritis is the breakdown of articular cartilage in the joints, usually followed by chronic inflammation of the lining of the joint. Healthy cartilage serves as a cushion between the bones in a joint. More

Find answers in our in-depth report on osteoarthritis:

• How can I reduce my risk?
• How is it diagnosed?
• How is it treated?
• What are the risk factors?
• What are the screening tests?
• What are the symptoms?
• What is osteoarthritis?
• What questions should I ask my healthcare provider about osteoarthritis?

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