21/11/2025
🦴 What is Osteoarthritis (OA)?
Osteoarthritis isn’t just “wear and tear” — it’s a slow breakdown inside your joints that changes how they move and feel over time.
Here’s what goes on 👇
1️⃣ Cartilage wears down — The smooth cushion that covers your bones starts to thin and crack.
2️⃣ Bones rub together — Without that cushion, friction increases and movement becomes painful.
3️⃣ Inflammation kicks in — The joint gets irritated, swollen, and stiff.
4️⃣ Bone spurs form — Your body tries to “repair” damage, but those extra bone growths can limit motion.
5️⃣ Muscles weaken — Less movement = weaker support around the joint.
💡 OA can develop slowly from age, injury, poor joint mechanics, or repetitive stress — but early care, movement, and lifestyle changes can help protect your joints!
