Arthritis: Saina Nehwal Suffers From Arthritis; Find Out Why It Happens To Athletes |

Saina Nehwal is a name that exudes confidence, victory and perseverance. However, Saina’s recent revelation has shattered the hopes and aspirations of her fans and followers.
In Gagan Narang’s podcast, House of Glory, the Olympic bronze medalist revealed that she is fighting arthritisShe also indicated that her health condition does not allow her to train properly for badminton.
“The knee is not so good. I have arthritis. My cartilage has gone into a bad state. It is very difficult to push for eight to nine hours,” she said in the podcast. I think I have to accept it somewhere. Because two hours of training is not good enough to play with the top players and get the results that you want,” the Arjuna Award winner added.
Her health condition has led to speculations about her retirement. Although she has not spoken openly about it, she might be considering it. “I am also thinking about it (retirement). It will be sad because it is like a job that a normal person does. Of course, a sportsman’s career is always short. I started at the age of 9. Next year I will be 35,” she said. Saina has not competed in badminton since the Singapore Open last year.

One in four retired Olympians reported a diagnosis of osteoarthritis

One in four retired Olympians reported a diagnosis of osteoarthritisthe form of arthritis that causes changes in the joint and can lead to discomfort, pain and disability, a 2022 study by researchers at the University of Edinburgh found.

For the study, researchers examined more than 3,300 retired Olympians and found that the most injury-prone areas were the knee, lumbar spine and shoulder. “The study is the largest international study of its kind and the first to observe the impact of osteoarthritis and pain in different joints of retired elite athletes in different summer and winter Olympic sports,” the university had said in an official statement.
Arthritis in athletes is a major problem due to the physical demands and stress placed on their bodies. Often associated with wear and tear, osteoarthritis results from repetitive joint stress and injury over time. Sports involving high-impact activities can accelerate joint degeneration. Repetitive trauma or excessive stress on the joints can lead to cartilage breakdown, resulting in the pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility that are characteristic of osteoarthritis.
Injuries sustained during sports can also contribute to the development of arthritis. For example, torn ligaments, meniscal damage, or fractures can disrupt normal joint function and increase the risk of developing arthritis later. Inflammation after injury and joint misalignment can accelerate the wear and tear of cartilage, leading to chronic arthritis.
Additionally, certain sports increase the risk of arthritis due to the repetitive nature of the movements. Activities that require frequent twists, turns, or high-impact landings can place significant stress on specific joints, particularly the knees, hips, and shoulders. Over time, this repetitive stress can compromise the integrity of the joints and contribute to the development of arthritis.