Causes of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is usually caused by the wear and tear of joint structures due to old age.
The cause of osteoarthritis is often unknown. It is usually a result of the wear and tear of joint structures due to old age. Other causes of osteoarthritis include:
- Injury in and around the joints
- Infection from an open wound extending to a joint
- Weakness of muscles around a joint
- Occupational strain (E.g. Knees are at risk for a miner)
- Exertion of the joints due to strenuous exercises For example - weight lifting
- Obesity (Responsible for more load on the joints)
- Deformities like bow - legs and unequal length of legs
- Hereditary causes (runs in the family)
