Dr. Kaushik Hazratwala - Hip and Knee Specialist Arthritis often causes pain, restricted movements which directly involve the quality of life of an individual. On the occasion of world arthritis day, it is important to create awareness regarding arthritis and its diagnosis, symptoms, treatment, and prevention methods to tackle the epidemic and to help people lead a pain-free and sound life. Dr. Kaushik Hazratwala , Director, Orthopaedics and Joint Replacement, Hip Replacement and Knee Replacement Specialist, President at Townsville Lower Limb clinic , Townsville, Queensland, Australia, elaborates on the various facets of the disease and shares prevention tips to keep knee pain at bay. Causes and symptoms : The main cause of arthritis is the wearing away of the knee cartilage. There are various conditions that cause the degeneration of the knee such as ·          Genetic predisposition ·      ...