Osteoarthritis causes and Prevention

                    

• Osteoarthritis is a bone disorder in which ligaments (tough band of connective tissues ) are eroded due to rough use.
• When preventive pad (ligaments) is gone then the bones start corroding.
• It is very painful for the patient to perform the daily task.

Causes: There are various factors which causes osteoarthritis are

• In 60 % cases osteoarthritis causes due to heredity.
• Sedentary lifestyle, incorrect sitting postures and poor dietary are also responsible for its high incidence.
• Abnormal anatomy such as unequal limbs by birth or later in life can also develop osteoarthritis.

Prevention: 

• Avoid junk food.
• The joints should not be subjected to sudden jerks and physical overload.
• Incorrect exercise.
• Players of sportsperson must wear joint guards.