If diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the knee, what can I do to keep it from getting worse?

Weight loss, muscle strength and limiting high-impact activity can keep osteoarthritis from getting worse, says Andrew Feldman, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon at NYU Langone Medical Center.

Learn all you can about knee osteoarthritis to manage pain and improve your quality of life.

Cardio is not the only way to burn calories and stay fit. Learn about gentler, meditative movement patterns from around the world.

Regular exercise can help lower the chances of developing a potentially dangerous blood clot.

You still need to eat well and exercise.

Overtraining and improper form may lead to sprains, strains, and other issues.