Population ‐Based Study of Changes in Arthritis Prevalence and Arthritis Risk Factors Over Time: Generational Differences and the Role of Obesity
ConclusionProjections that only take into account the changing age structure of the population may underestimate future trends. Our understanding of the impact of BMI on arthritis is likely an underestimate. Cohort differences focus attention on the need to target arthritis management education to young and middle‐aged adults.
Source: Arthritis Care and Research - Category: Rheumatology Authors: Elizabeth M. Badley, Mayilee Canizares, Anthony V. Perruccio Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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