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Osteoarthritis, commonly referred to simply as "arthritis" or OA, is the most common joint disorder in North America and can affect upwards of 10% of the population. OA is primarily thought of as a disease of aging, but it can occur earlier due to higher "wear and tear" in populations such as athletes as well as those who engage in physical labour. OA primary affects the weight bearing joints (ie knees and hips) but degeneration can occur in virtually any well-used joint. O

I recently contributed this piece to a blog run by Jennifer Straver, my former classmate and friend from my undergrad days at the University of Toronto. Jenn is a former varsity volleyball athlete and is currently finishing up her Master's in education at the University of Windsor. Here is the original link to her blog. I have to be honest. I really don’t like going to the gym, but I miraculously manage to get there a few times a week. Like the rest of you, I never regret