Joint pain is common, especially in the knees, hips, shoulders, hands, neck, and lower back. While often described as a normal part of aging, joint pain is not always simply about “getting older.” There are multiple forms of arthritis, with osteoarthritis being the most common diagnosis. Researchers estimate that approximately 30–40% of middle-aged adults and 50–70% of older adults have some degree of osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis is commonly described as a “wear and tear” condition in which the cartilage that cushions joints gradually breaks down. Interestingly, normal daily movement is essential for joint health because cartilage does not have a direct…
