Am J Prev Med August 2008 PMID 18550323

Long distance running and knee osteoarthritis. A prospective study.

Eliza F Chakravarty, Helen B Hubert, Vijaya B Lingala, Ernesto Zatarain, James F Fries

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The group's discourse reflects a generally positive reception of the article, with posters citing supporting research, such as the 2008 study, and challenging misconceptions about running causing knee problems; their tone is analytical and somewhat dismissive of fears, emphasizing evidence-based conclusions.

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Most comments align with the findings that long-distance running does not increase osteoarthritis risk, with some referencing supporting studies or dismissing common fears.

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Discussions show moderate interest, with posters referencing specific research and sharing opinions on the health effects of running.

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Posts go beyond surface-level comments by citing multiple studies and debating the implications, indicating a decent level of detailed engagement.

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While influential, the discussions seem more academic and awareness-raising rather than causing widespread behavioral change, leading to a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • This study tracked 45 long-distance runners and 53 nonrunners over nearly 20 years to see if running affects knee osteoarthritis (OA), using radiographic scores to measure OA progression.
  • Results showed that runners did not experience more severe OA or higher prevalence of OA compared to nonrunners by the end of the study, and initial radiographic damage was linked more to BMI and baseline knee condition.
  • The findings suggest that long-distance running does not increase the risk of developing or worsening severe knee OA in healthy older adults.]

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Jeremy Singh
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Paul Ingraham (PainScience.com)
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@Dzejno It is possible it’s attributable to survivorship bias, yes. There isn't much prospective data. I am aware of this one, fairly small, but it tells the same story: https://t.co/H8xH7gjAJd There's a bigger one in the works: https://t.co/Qg8Z9iAAdC

Jul 24, 2024 · 1 like · 11,249 followers View post →
Lynne Drummond
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@RosyPosy_kitteh @AshCurryOcd The research actually shows running is good for the knees and helps cartilage regenerate. It tends to be twisting movements which damage knees eg in football https://t.co/QjbQxe13AO

Nov 3, 2021 · 1 like · 2,672 followers View post →
Sean Gough
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When we follow up with long distance runners over 18 years, compared to controls, we see no difference in OA https://t.co/hR6xxIJWEu so again, if someone has this fear that they will pay for it later, we can say, "Listen, common belief, now shut up and run," or be kind.

Dec 9, 2022 · 548 followers View post →
Frans Jackson
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@SmershG @elsjonker @nrc Williams PT. Effects of Running and Walking on Osteoarthritis and Hip Replacement Risk. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2013 Jul;45(7):1292-7 Chakravarty EF, Hubert HB, Lingala VB, Zatarain E, Fries JF. Long Distance Running and Knee Osteoarthritis A Prospective Study Am J Prev Med. 2008

May 14, 2023 · 504 followers View post →

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Paul Ingraham (PainScience.com)
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https://t.co/H8xH7gjAJd

Jul 24, 2024 · 1 like · 11,249 followers View post →
Paul Ingraham (PainScience.com)
@PainSci · X

@Dzejno It is possible it’s attributable to survivorship bias, yes. There isn't much prospective data. I am aware of this one, fairly small, but it tells the same story: https://t.co/H8xH7gjAJd There's a bigger one in the works: https://t.co/Qg8Z9iAAdC

Jul 24, 2024 · 1 like · 11,249 followers View post →
Frans Jackson
@fransjackson · X

@SmershG @elsjonker @nrc Williams PT. Effects of Running and Walking on Osteoarthritis and Hip Replacement Risk. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2013 Jul;45(7):1292-7 Chakravarty EF, Hubert HB, Lingala VB, Zatarain E, Fries JF. Long Distance Running and Knee Osteoarthritis A Prospective Study Am J Prev Med. 2008

May 14, 2023 · 504 followers View post →
Sean Gough
@AmbivalentHypoc · X

When we follow up with long distance runners over 18 years, compared to controls, we see no difference in OA https://t.co/hR6xxIJWEu so again, if someone has this fear that they will pay for it later, we can say, "Listen, common belief, now shut up and run," or be kind.

Dec 9, 2022 · 548 followers View post →
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 · 57,776 followers View post →
Lynne Drummond
@lynne_drummond · X

@RosyPosy_kitteh @AshCurryOcd The research actually shows running is good for the knees and helps cartilage regenerate. It tends to be twisting movements which damage knees eg in football https://t.co/QjbQxe13AO

Nov 3, 2021 · 1 like · 2,672 followers View post →