Myth #1: Osteoarthritis results from normal wear and tear of the joints.
Although researchers have long believed that osteoarthritis is the result of normal wear and tear on cartilage, it is more likely related to the body’s inability to regenerate joint tissue. Indeed, these should normally renew naturally, but sometimes this process is disrupted. While the exact causes of this imbalance between cartilage destruction and regeneration are still poorly understood, certain factors may contribute to it. These include aging, undue pressure on the joints (during physical labour or intense sports), being overweight and some injuries. It should also be noted that women are more likely to suffer from it than men.