Question
What are the main symptoms of osteoarthritis?
Answer
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint inflammations, characterized by symptoms such as general body aches, joint redness and swelling, pain, morning stiffness, joint deformity, and enlargement. As people age, the incidence of osteoarthritis gradually increases, with women being more prone to the condition than men. Osteoarthritis primarily affects the distal and proximal interphalangeal joints of the hands, knees, elbows, shoulders, and spinal joints, while the wrist and ankle joints are less commonly affected. Treatment primarily involves surgical intervention, which can include conventional surgery and minimally invasive surgery.