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Arthritis Rheum November 2005 PMID 16258919

Positive effects of moderate exercise on glycosaminoglycan content in knee cartilage: a four-month, randomized, controlled trial in patients at risk of osteoarthritis.

Ewa M Roos, Leif Dahlberg

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The overall tone reflects a supportive attitude towards the research, with comments like '@ewa_roos' emphasizing no evidence that running worsens osteoarthritis, and mentions of positive effects of running defending its safety. Words such as 'effects positivos' and 'no se ha encontrado' indicate a generally positive and reassuring perspective, highlighting the relevance of the study in addressing common concerns about joint health and exercise.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the article's findings that moderate exercise is beneficial and does not increase osteoarthritis risk.

InterestModerate interest

Participants are moderately interested, showing curiosity about exercise effects and their implications for joint health.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect some engagement, referencing the study and other related research, but lack in-depth analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest a moderate impact on public perceptions, possibly influencing exercise recommendations.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates how moderate exercise can positively influence the content of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) in knee cartilage, which is crucial for cartilage health, in people at high risk for osteoarthritis (OA).
  • Results showed that those who engaged in supervised exercise for four months experienced improvements in cartilage GAG content compared to a non-exercising control group, suggesting that cartilage can adapt to loading and loading exercise might help protect or improve knee joint health.
  • Additionally, a strong correlation was found between increased physical activity levels and improvements in cartilage GAG content, indicating that moderate exercise could be an effective intervention for maintaining or enhancing knee cartilage and potentially delaying OA development.
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@osteomujer · X

Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulares de la cadera y tampoco existe una asociación entre la historia de correr y el desarrollo de osteoartrosis de rodilla. https://t.co/NRqlkkvoYR https://t.co/Qe14D8VnSE

Mar 16, 2022 · 8 likes · 4 shares · 1,957 followers View post →
Jeremy Singh
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Sources: https://t.co/xVj6xSd3tA https://t.co/H0OmxB9ZSy https://t.co/3aR6ThGFBy https://t.co/660VxumKBe https://t.co/CxjR6FRmNY https://t.co/aBRBtBvpC7 https://t.co/Jz3cNxZcAY https://t.co/OavfBWGgch

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JF Esculier
@JFEsculier · X

@ACardFan @SimonR31511270 @a_bricca @DrChrisBarton @ewa_roos @FOF_research @SDUIOB @STSkou @BJSM_BMJ @MichaelaCMKhan @KarimKhan_IMHA @DrDanilo_Silva Abe, there is no evidence that moderate impact like running accelerates osteoarthritis. Running=mostly low impact, but can be more if doing trails with elevation. Impact is still good for your joints. See this article by @ewa_roos https://t.co/R8FSldlxHz

May 18, 2022 · 3 likes · 7,132 followers View post →
Diego
@progresistaporE · X

RT @osteomujer: Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulare…

Mar 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 1,469 followers View post →
wigabriel
@Wigabriel · X

RT @osteomujer: Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulare…

Mar 17, 2022 · 4 shares · 459 followers View post →
Amante de la danza y la voz
@sadanza_ · X

RT @osteomujer: Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulare…

Apr 11, 2022 · 4 shares · 66 followers View post →

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Jeremy Singh
@singhcredible · X

Sources: https://t.co/xVj6xSd3tA https://t.co/H0OmxB9ZSy https://t.co/3aR6ThGFBy https://t.co/660VxumKBe https://t.co/CxjR6FRmNY https://t.co/aBRBtBvpC7 https://t.co/Jz3cNxZcAY https://t.co/OavfBWGgch

Aug 23, 2022 · 3 likes · 57,466 followers View post →
JF Esculier
@JFEsculier · X

@ACardFan @SimonR31511270 @a_bricca @DrChrisBarton @ewa_roos @FOF_research @SDUIOB @STSkou @BJSM_BMJ @MichaelaCMKhan @KarimKhan_IMHA @DrDanilo_Silva Abe, there is no evidence that moderate impact like running accelerates osteoarthritis. Running=mostly low impact, but can be more if doing trails with elevation. Impact is still good for your joints. See this article by @ewa_roos https://t.co/R8FSldlxHz

May 18, 2022 · 3 likes · 7,132 followers View post →
Amante de la danza y la voz
@sadanza_ · X

RT @osteomujer: Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulare…

Apr 11, 2022 · 4 shares · 66 followers View post →
wigabriel
@Wigabriel · X

RT @osteomujer: Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulare…

Mar 17, 2022 · 4 shares · 459 followers View post →
Francisco
@ruizvilladiego · X

RT @osteomujer: Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulare…

Mar 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 34 followers View post →
Diego
@progresistaporE · X

RT @osteomujer: Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulare…

Mar 16, 2022 · 4 shares · 1,469 followers View post →
MayiHealth
@osteomujer · X

Correr tiene efectos positivos a nivel articular, No se ha encontrado que correr aumente el riesgo de remplazos articulares de la cadera y tampoco existe una asociación entre la historia de correr y el desarrollo de osteoartrosis de rodilla. https://t.co/NRqlkkvoYR https://t.co/Qe14D8VnSE

Mar 16, 2022 · 8 likes · 4 shares · 1,957 followers View post →
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