| How to Prevent and Treat
Degenerative (Osteo) Arthritis
The most common form of arthritis afflicting humans is osteoarthritis, often referred to as "degenerative arthritis," because the joints slowly deteriorate as a result of "normal wear and tear associated with aging." Doctors commonly advise people to lose weight, especially if they have disease of the joints of the lower extremities, and to avoid prolonged and strenuous use of the affected joints.
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