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What part of the body gets affected most in osteoarthritis?

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Dr. Mark Sacher answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Most used: Any part of part that has frequent repetitive motion can eventually develop osteoarthtrits. Especially if you are 50 years or older.

Answered 9/2/2012

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