Weight Loss Drugs Could Be A Treatment Option For Osteoarthritis: Says Study

The participants who were on semaglutide injections had an average weight loss of 14% of their body weight while those on the placebo lost only 3% of their body weight. (Credit: Image by jcomp on Freepik)

For millions of people struggling with osteoarthritis pain, a promising new treatment is on the horizon, which could be an alternative to knee replacements. A recent study revealed that semaglutide injections, a drug commonly used for weight loss, could dramatically reduce osteoarthritis symptoms, cutting pain levels by nearly 50%.

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes chronic pain, stiffness, swelling, and tenderness in joints. It is the most common form of arthritis, affecting the mobility and flexibility of the patients.