관절 연골의 점진적인 손상이나 퇴행성 변화로 인해 관절을 이루는 뼈와 인대 등에 손상이 일어나 통증과 변형을 유발하는 질환.
A chronic joint disease characterized by the degeneration of articular cartilage and the underlying bone, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.
예문:
"The patient was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in her knees after years of high-impact athletic activity."
"Weight management and low-impact exercises like swimming are often recommended to manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis."
"Unlike rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis is primarily caused by mechanical wear and tear on the joints over time."