What are the risk factors for OA?

Joint injury or overuse (such as knee bending and repetitive stress on a joint).
Age—The risk of developing OA increases with age.
Gender—Women are more likely to develop OA than men, especially after age 50.
Being obese—Extra weight puts more stress on joints, particularly weight-bearing joints like the hips and knees.
Genetics—People who have family members with OA are more likely to develop OA. People who have hand OA are more likely to develop knee OA.
Race— Some Asian populations have lower risk for OA.

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Am I at risk for arthritis?

Certain factors make it more likely that you will develop arthritis. Some of these risk factors can be changed while others are not. [...]

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