Statistics Of Osteoarthritis In South Africa

It’s difficult to get statistics on the occurrence of osteoarthritis in South Africa, but global studies show that nearly one in two people could develop symptomatic knee OA by the age of 85. If you are obese, you greatly increase your chances of developing symptomatic knee OA, while one in four people are likely to develop hip arthritis. The commonality of OA makes it prevalent around the world - if you want to learn more about arthritis specifically in South Africa and your treatment options, contact the Arthritis Foundation of South Africa for assistance.


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