Osteoarthritis (OA) is a debilitating, chronic joint disease affecting about 33 million adults in the United States. As the aging population grows and obesity rates climb, this number is expected to surge. By 2030, nearly 67 million Americans will be living with arthritis, with OA being the most prevalent form. OA is not just a condition of the joints - it’s a systemic burden that increases the risk of serious comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and depression, si...
