contributes to changes in cells and joint tissue that trigger knee arthritis. Aging increases the risk of cell death, preventing chondrocytes, cells found in cartilage tissue, from forming.
“For every one pound you lose, it’s almost taking four pounds off each knee,” adds Kapoor. “Any type of weight loss is very helpful.”To an extent, genetics play a small role in a person’s risk of developing knee arthritis. Thesays that knee arthritis occurs more often in people whose relatives have it as well. Kapoor says the genetic risk is stronger if it comes from the mother’s side of the family.
Bhatia recommends seeing your doctor if you start having joint pain that limits your mobile function and does not go away after two weeks. Other symptoms you may come across include:Swollen knees if you walk or run too farJoint pain that changes based on the weatherYour doctor will conduct a physical exam to check for signs of pain, stiffness, or swelling. They will then order X-rays for your knees to identify any mechanical problems.