About this episode
In our final episode for 2024, we answer your burning questions about osteoarthritis! Host Professor David Hunter dives deep into a variety of listener-submitted topics, including:The evidence (or lack thereof) behind treatments like pentosan polysulfate and EpiitalisWhether weightlifting and high-impact activities increase the risk of osteoarthritisThe role of genetics, injury, and lifestyle in joint healthCrepitus: what those joint sounds really meanProgression of osteoarthritis and the factors that influence itAnd the big question: Will osteoarthritis ever be curable?With engaging insights, evidence-based answers, and a personal touch, this Q&A episode wraps up the year with invaluable guidance for managing joint health.Thank you for being part of the Joint Action community. We look forward to continuing to bring you the latest in osteoarthritis research and care in 2025.RESOURCESPodcast episodesS03E16 - Does running cause knee osteoarthritis with Dr Christian BartonS05E05 - Core outcome sets for osteoarthritis trials with Prof. Toby SmithArticlesRunning does not increase symptoms or structural progression in people with knee osteoarthritis: data from the osteoarthritis initiative by Dr Grace Lowe et al.WebsitesOMERACT: Outcome Measures in RheumatologyThe Osteoarthritis Prevention StudyCONNECT WITH USTwitter: @ProfDavidHunter @jointactionorgInstagram: @osteoarthritisresearchgroupEmail: osteoarthritis.research@sydney.edu.auWebsite: www.jointaction.info/podcast Hosted on Acast. See
