Body Mass Index Affects Hand Pain in Osteoarthritis

In people with hand osteoarthritis, a higher body mass index was associated with greater pain severity in the hands, feet, knees, and hips, according to a study published in iArthritis (and) Rheumatology/i. bOsteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis that affects millions of people worldwide/b. Although osteoarthritis can damage any joint, the disorder most commonly affects joints in your hands, knees, hips, and spine. Bodyweight is a modifiable risk factor for osteoarthritis pain, ...