Early-onset osteoarthritis: Why the “old age” disease is striking the young

Osteoarthritis is now affecting younger adults, even in their 20s and 30s, moving beyond its traditional association with the elderly. Factors like post-COVID steroid use, sports injuries, sedentary lifestyles, and obesity are contributing to this alarming trend. Early detection and management through lifestyle changes and medical intervention are crucial for preserving mobility and quality of life.