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Knee Osteoarthritis: Rising Burden Amid Aging Population

10/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Knee osteoarthritis affects nearly 30% of people aged over 45.
The condition causes significant pain and disability that reduces physical function and quality of life.
Current treatments include cortisone and lubrication injections, surgical options such as osteotomy and joint replacement, and medications like acetaminophen and NSAIDs.
The effectiveness of hyaluronic acid injections remains debated.
The burden is expected to grow as the global population ages and obesity rises.

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Story summary

Knee osteoarthritis affects nearly 30% of people aged over 45.
The condition causes significant pain and disability that reduces physical function and quality of life.
Current treatments include cortisone and lubrication injections, surgical options such as osteotomy and joint replacement, and medications like acetaminophen and NSAIDs.
The effectiveness of hyaluronic acid injections remains debated.
The burden is expected to grow as the global population ages and obesity rises.