Dr. Patel is an Interventional Physiatry physician focused on the comprehensive non-operative management of musculoskeletal injuries and pain conditions with orthobiologics, osteopathic manipulation, and therapeutic exercise.
Research has been mixed over the years regarding the effects of running on knee osteoarthritis, with previous meta-analyses showing no robust correlation. The reality is that degenerative joint disease is not as simple as ‘wear and tear.’ There are a lot of factors that go into the development of osteoarthritis, and its presence doesn’t always equal pain.
Do you love running but want to avoid knee pain? Read on to learn about what experts have to say about this form of exercise.