Paul Kedrosky, a venture investor and frequently injured athlete, and Howard Luks, a top sports orthopedic surgeon, discuss if running causes arthritis, biomechanical models of the knee, and repairing knee injuries. They explore how professional athletes can provide insights and misconceptions about knee pain, osteoarthritis, and the factors influencing knee health.
Running doesn't directly cause knee issues, but factors like genetics and injuries can contribute.
Cartilage degeneration leading to osteoarthritis is influenced by age, genetics, and prior injuries.
Deep dives
Misconceptions About Running and Knee Health
There is a common misconception that running leads to knee issues and can cause arthritis. People often attribute knee pain to running without considering other factors like prior injuries or genetics. The podcast explains that knee pain is not necessarily directly caused by running but can be influenced by various factors like genetics, prior traumatic injuries, and metabolic conditions. It emphasizes the importance of looking at a combination of factors, including age and prior injuries, when assessing the risk of developing knee problems.
Understanding Arthritis and Joint Degeneration
The podcast delves into the pathophysiology of arthritis and joint degeneration. It describes how cartilage degeneration occurs due to changes in the joint's chemical environment, leading to osteoarthritis. Factors like age, genetics, prior injuries, and metabolic conditions play significant roles in the onset of osteoarthritic changes. The discussion highlights the impact of prior traumatic injuries, such as meniscus tears, on the development of arthritis, emphasizing the importance of considering both mechanical and non-mechanical factors in joint health.
Paul and Howard talk running, knees, and osteoarthritis.
Topics:
Does running cause arthritis?
Can I run if I have degenerative osteoarthritis?
Biomechanical models of the knee
Repairing the knee
What we can learn from professional athletes, if anything
Bios:
Paul Kedrosky is a frequently injured athlete who, when he isn't rehabbing, is also a venture investor. Howard Luks is a top sports orthopedic surgeon.
Music & Disclaimers:
Crossing the Chasm by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3562-crossing-the-chasm License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Marty Gots A Plan by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4992-marty-gots-a-plan License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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