Many medical conditions associated with growing older, such as cataracts and blocked arteries, can nowadays be readily treated. But aching bones still leave researchers perplexed. Osteo-arthritis of the knees presents a particularly serious problem. Once the condition takes hold there is little that can be done about it. Sufferers often dramatically reduce their physical activities, which in turn can lead to the development of other health problems. A cure does not yet look likely, but a new technique could at least make predicting the onset of the disorder much easier.rnEarly prediction brings benefits because if people know they are vulnerable to osteoarthritis in their knees, there are things that they can do to mitigate it. Reducing weight, so less stress is placed on the knees, exercising and certain diets can all help. Usually, it is only when their knees become painful that people go tornsee a doctor and osteoarthritis is diagnosed. Even in its early stages, radiologists can find it difficult to notice the condition on x-rays.
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