Prevention of Osteoarthritis


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Prevention list: Methods of prevention of Osteoarthritis mentioned in various sources includes those listed below. This prevention information is gathered from various sources, and may be inaccurate or incomplete. None of these methods guarantee prevention of Osteoarthritis.

  • Avoid joint injury
  • Weight loss - reduces the stress on knees, hips, and other joints.
  • Estrogen replacement therapy - some studies found women at lower risk of osteoarthritis but further study needed.

Last revision: June 4, 2003

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