Are Your Joints Begging You to Lose Weight? Dr. Shailendra Patil's Bone & Joint Care Center
When it comes to obesity, people often discuss the high risk of diabetes and heart diseases in obese patients. However, obesity can do a lot more damage to your body. Many people suffering from obesity report extreme knee pain. They are also at higher risk of osteoarthritis than those with an average Body Mass Index (BMI). The more you weigh, the higher the pressure you put on your joints, making them prone to osteoarthritis and inflammation. The Weight-Bearing Pressure on your Knees When a person suffering from obesity bends down to pick something from the ground or performs any physical exercise that involves the knee joints, they put high pressure on the knee because of their weight. The knee has to bear your body weight, which can lead to the wear and tear of the joints and inflammation. The lesser you weigh, the lower the weight your knees have to bear in every step. Less pressure on the knee joint reduces your risk of osteoarthritis and other ...