L’osteoarthritis is the most common rheumatological disease and the leading reason for consultation in Europe among people over 60. This disease caused by the destruction of the articular cartilage leads to pains and impotence.
In France, more than 4.5 million people are affected, half of whom are over 65 years old. The cost for Social Security is significant because of the number of work stoppages and surgical interventions generated by this disease.
Osteoarthritis, a degeneration of the cartilage
Osteoarthritis of the knee, hip, spine or osteoarthritis of the hands and fingers, this widespread and painful disease is characterized by the destruction of the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones at the level of the joints.
This file presents the osteoarthritis disease, its different forms (coxarthrosis, gonarthrosis and arthritis of the spine and members), as well as all the treatments existing at the present time and those of the future. The question-and-answer sheet will also allow you to learn more about the daily lives of people affected by this disease.