A member asked:

Dx osteoarthritis. minor cartilage damage, spaces clean. doc does not foresee surgery. can progression be stopped and how to minimize progression.

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Manage OA: Progression of OA can be generally minimized by losing weight, performing light weight training and low impact cardiovascular exercise (elliptical, exercise bike). Glucosamine and chondroitin supplementation can help to rebuild lost cartilage as well.

Answered 9/28/2016

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