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6 Common Treatments for Osteoarthritis

Conscious weight loss

The Arthritis Foundation recommends weight loss [4] and exercises as the best treatment methods for osteoarthritis. Being overweight can worsen your osteoarthritis. Obesity is also a well-known causal risk factor for osteoarthritis. The extra fat in obese people often puts a lot of pressure on the joints of their hips, knees, and waist.

Make an intentional effort to get rid of as many extra pounds as you can to alleviate your osteoarthritis symptoms. A 2014 paper [5] found a strong correlation between weight loss in obese people and reduction in osteoarthritis symptoms. A reduction of at least 10 percent of body weight led to significant improvements in osteoarthritis symptoms, such as pain and stiffness.