Osteoarthritis Overview
Osteoarthritis, also referred to as OA, is a common condition that affects the cartilage in your joints. The cartilage that lines your joints allows your bones and joints to glide smoothly and safely when they move. As the cartilage breaks down over time, it can cause your bones to rub together, leaving you with joint stiffness, pain and mobility issues. Patients most commonly experience this in the hips, spine, knees, hands and fingers.
As osteoarthritis develops, it can impact your day-to-day activities. Osteoarthritis is very common, especially in patients who are over 55. Whether your condition was caused by normal wear and tear over time, or by a specific injury, our specialists treat patients of all ages and stages of osteoarthritis.