2023-07-28 17:00:23
In Mexico, one in 10 citizens suffers from osteoarthritis. This is a disease characterized by the wear of articular cartilage and one of the main causes of disability. Rodrigo Burgos Paz, an orthopedist and traumatologist, stated in a press conference that “ortheatrosis is a condition that appears after the fourth decade of life as a result of wear and tear on articular cartilage.” In addition, he added that “this triggers pain, inflammation and disability in our daily lives.”
This disease occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears out over time, causing inflammation and pain that compromises mobility in those who suffer from it. “Currently, it is estimated that 80 percent of people aged 65 years or older have the disease, but only 25 percent have symptoms,” as stated by Burgos Peace.
Menopause can increase the risk of developing osteoarthritis
Among the various factors that can increase the risk of developing this condition, the following stand out: menopause, tobacco use, age and being overweight.
Likewise, the specialist has specified that this disease is more frequent in men than in women, especially in the group of 65 years and over and has detailed that “it is estimated that it will continue to increase due to the practice of unhealthy habits in the population” .
There is no definitive cure
Finally, it should be noted that the main causes of cartilage wear are excessive physical activity, which is why it is common for high-performance athletes or those who practice extreme sports, in addition to menopause in the case of women. women and having previous articular fractures.
Although there is no cure, it is possible to prevent its appearance, control the symptoms and delay its progression with food supplements that include collagen, vitamins and trace elements, which help promote the natural production of collagen to maintain osteoarticular health.
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