Research
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Obesity increases the risk of developing osteoarthritis by 36% for every 5 kg of weight gain, primarily through mechanical stress and systemic inflammation.
Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for preventing osteoarthritis. Every 5 kg of weight gain significantly increases your risk of developing joint pain and OA.
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For every 5 kg of weight gain, there is a commensurate 36% increased risk that OA will develop [1].
Why this rating
Cited as a general fact with reference [1], likely a large epidemiological study.
Source
Obesity and Weight Loss in the Treatment and Prevention of Osteoarthritis
Heather K. Vincent et al. · PM&R · 2012
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