Osteoarthritis (OA) is a disease of the entire joint, involving not only the joint lining but also cartilage, ligaments, and bone. “It is characterised by breakdown of the cartilage, bony changes of the joints, deterioration of tendons and ligaments, and various degrees of inflammation of the synovium1,” explained Elzohry AAM et al.
The disorder is “categorised by joint pain, swelling, and stiffness that leads to activity limitations, participation restrictions, sleep interruption, fatigue, and depressed or anxious mood, and ultimately loss...