Obesity & osteoarthritis
The most significant impact of obesity on the musculoskeletal system is associated with osteoarthritis (OA), a disabling degenerative joint disorder characterized by pain, decreased mobility and negative impact on quality of life. OA pathogenesis relates to both excessive joint loading and altered b...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2013-01-01
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| Series: | Indian Journal of Medical Research |
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| Online Access: | http://www.ijmr.org.in/article.asp?issn=0971-5916;year=2013;volume=138;issue=2;spage=185;epage=193;aulast=King |