Osteoarthritis

What is it?

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. This occurs when the cartilage between the joints wears down. Symptoms include: pain in the joints, joint stiffness, tenderness, swelling and pain that becomes worse after being active.

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What is the Cause?

Osteoarthritis is caused by the degradation of the cartilage at the ends of bones. It can be exacerbated by improper biomechanics/alignment. Risk factors of osteoarthritis include: age (risk increases with age), sex (females), carrying excess weight and genetics.

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Recommended Treatment

It is essential to ensure the feet have proper support, with custom orthotics and proper shoes. A patient must also ensure that shoes provide sufficient shock absorption.