Osteoarthritis Research: News You Can Use From EULAR 2022
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder in the United States, affecting more than 32.5 million American adults, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Unlike rheumatoid arthritis, OA is not an autoimmune disease; it is a mechanical problem that occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the end of bones wears down, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and a loss of flexibility. Three new studies about OA that were presented at this year’s meeting of the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology have found interesting links between OA and other diseases, as well as with obesity and body mass index (BMI) levels.Top Takeaways About OsteoarthritisPeople With OA Have a Higher Risk of a Variety of ComorbiditiesWhat’s New A study published in April 2022 in the Annals of Family Medicine,…