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Osteoarthritis (OA) occurs when the cartilage (a tough, but flexible spongy tissue at the ends of bones in the affected joint) doesnât work as well as it should, this causes the ends of bones glide against each other with more friction. This joint disease manifests itself by generating some symptoms.n diagnosing OA, physical examination is usually the first step. In this procedure, your doctor will closely evaluate and examine the affected joint physically through symptoms that appear. The following are some major concern that will be closely evaluated in physical examination: 1  The level of jointâs range motion!
Osteoarthritis can occur in any joint. It occurs most often in the hands, knees, hips, and spine. Warning signs of osteoarthritis are: 1  Stiffness in a joint after getting out of bed or sitting for a long time. 2  Swelling or tenderness in one or more joints. 3  A crunching feeling or the sound of bone rubbing on bone.