Cartilage, a connective tissue, cushions the ends of the bones and allows smooth movement of joints.The breakdown of cartilage causes the bones to rub against each other, causing pain, discomfort, stiffness and loss of joint movement. Breakdown of cartilage is medically termed as ‘osteoarthritis’

This presentation discusses the causes, symptoms, complications, risk factors, screening and diagnosis, treatment – medication and surgical procedures - of osteoarthritis, with a note on disease management.