It’s not clear what the mechanism is behind the development of osteoarthritis. However, some risk factors are aging, past joint injury, misaligned joints, a family history, and overweight or obesity.[1]
What causes osteoarthritis?
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The exact mechanism behind osteoarthritis is unclear, but several risk factors have been identified, including aging, previous joint injuries, misaligned joints, family history, and overweight or obesity.