Introduction Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint disorders worldwide and a leading cause of pain and disability among adults. This condition occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones within the knee joint gradually wears away over time. As the cartilage deteriorates, the bones begin to rub against each other, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility. Millions of people suffer from knee osteoarthritis, and its prevalence continues to rise due to aging populations, increasing obesity rates, and sedentary lifestyles. Although osteoarthritis is commonly associated with older adults, younger individuals may also develop the condition as a result of injuries, genetic factors, or excessive stress on the joint. This comprehensive guide explores everything you need to know about knee osteoarthritis, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, prevention strategies, and the latest medical advancements. What is ...
When workers are absent it can be more difficult to work at the usual capacity and this may result in lost orders, customer dissatisfaction and a damaged reputation. Besides physical health and safety hazards, it’s vital that the issues that may cause or exacerbate mental health problems like stress, depression and anxiety – which are by far the most prevalent reason for sickness absence 1 – are considered, including workloads, violence, bullying and harassment, change management and support. In addition to minding specific risks that can lead to personnel illness and injury: keep all health and safety risk assessments up-to-date, making sure to re-do them when there are changes in the workplace as well as on a regular basis; don’t delay reviews of, or updates to, your health and safety policy; maintain, and regularly review, thorough accident records and investigation and reporting procedures; keep detailed absence records and assess them...