osteoarthritic
/ˌɑstioʊɑrˈθrɪtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or affected by osteoarthritis, a condition where the cartilage in joints wears down, causing pain and stiffness.
- He used a special cushion to relieve pressure on his osteoarthritic spine.
- Many older adults experience osteoarthritic changes in their hands and hips.
- The doctor explained that her osteoarthritic knee would benefit from gentle exercise.
noun
- A person who has osteoarthritis.
- The clinic offers a support group for osteoarthritics to share tips on managing pain.
- As an osteoarthritic, she found swimming to be the most comfortable form of exercise.
- The study compared the mobility of osteoarthritics with that of healthy adults.