Osteoarthritis, or arthritis as it is commonly called, is a disease characterized by loss of cartilage in the joints. It is most commonly seen in the knee and hip joints. As the disease progresses, pain in the joints, tenderness around the joints, restriction in joint movement and deformity occur.

There are different treatment options depending on the stage of the disease. In the early stage, weight loss, non-strenuous home exercises and painkillers can be used. In patients who do not benefit enough from these, intra-articular injections, physical therapy and walking aids can be used. Surgical treatment options should be considered in more advanced stages of the disease.