Summary
Obesity is a modifiable risk factor for the development of knee osteoarthritis , as well as for the worsening of pain and physical function in patients with knee osteoarthritis. As a result, weight management, along with exercise and patient education, is recommended as first-line treatment for the management of knee osteoarthritis.
This 1-hour webinar will provide an overview of the most recent research examining the potential link between obesity and knee osteoarthritis, and provide healthcare professionals with evidence-based recommendations to inform their clinical practice.
Objectives
By the end of this 1-hour webinar, participants will be able to:
- Appreciate the complex, multifactorial nature of knee osteoarthritis;
- Understand the importance of obesity as a risk factor for the development of knee osteoarthritis;
- Understand the potential mechanisms linking obesity and knee osteoarthritis;
- Understand best practice recommendations regarding weight loss as a potential treatment strategy for the management of knee osteoarthritis.
Course Content
Target professionals
Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner’s license or regulation. Continuing education courses should not be taken by people who are not licensed or regulated.This does not apply when they are part of a specific plan of care. By participating in this course, the participant agrees to respect his/her professional scope of practice.
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