University of Waterloo

Add just 10 more minutes of physical activity to protect your joints – Motivation from biomechanics and imaging

Prof. Monica Maly

October 3rd, 2025 – 1:00-2:00pm, EC4-2101A

This presentation will outline evidence showing that osteoarthritis (OA), the most common form of arthritis, is a “tag team” event.  Joint loading becomes a powerful driver of joint disease when in the presence of obesity.  This presentation will outline data showing the interaction of biomechanics and obesity on degrading joint tissues, and provide a way forward for managing and potentially preventing OA disease through physical activity.