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Can you get osteoarthritis at a young age? im only 23 years old and have a bone spur above my knee. not sure about the cause, ive never had an injury and not an athlete either?
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Need more information. How was the bone spur detected? A bone spur is not synonymous with arthritis. If you do not have limitation of movement or pain, you may watch and wait. If you have pain or limitation of movement, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!
Answered 5/28/2021
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A bone spur above the knee usually develops from traction and repetitive microtrauma to the tendon insertion into the bone above the knee. This is not an arthritis problem but rather a chronic tendinosis.
Answered 5/28/2021
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