Physical activity and joint health
Physical activity and joint health: An internet-based cohort study.
Project Goals - What are we doing?
We will evaluate the cumulative mechanical exposure to compressive joint forces resulting from moderate physical activity over lifetime as a possible risk factor for osteoarthritis or chronic knee pain.Research Outcomes - What will be achieved?
As an Internet-based cohort study of physical activity, we will use a web-based self-administered lifetime physical activity questionnaire to allow us to a) assess the relationship between lifetime physical activity and the risk of developing osteoarthritis or chronic knee pain, b) study quality of life for individuals with osteoarthritis and knee pain on a national sample, c) create an exposure model for bone on bone forces in the knee over lifetime d) conduct ancillary and exploratory studies.Background - Why is this research important?
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and a frequent cause of disability. High levels of physical activity, both occupational and sports-related, are among the most important causes of osteoarthritis and chronic, disabling knee pain. At this time, the relationship between moderate physical activity over lifetime, musculoskeletal health and quality of life is unknownBack to Early Detection of Osteoarthritis: Selected Projects