You might have heard someone say, “My knee hurts - must be the arthritis kicking in.” While osteoarthritis is a very common phenomenon, there are several misconceptions around it. Today, Dr. Karen Litzy, a licensed physical therapist, joins us to discuss the latest research on osteoarthritis (OA) and its medical management. We dive into the different structures affected, the diagnostic criteria, the differences between OA and Rheumatoid Arthritis, and ways to prevent progression of OA. Karen highlights that while surgery is an option, there is so much that can be done with exercise and weight loss that the literature clearly depicts as effective means of symptom management. She also gives us the latest updates on the use of robotics in joint replacement surgeries, which can dramatically improve outcomes. 

Karen is an international speaker and owner of Karen Litzy Physical Therapy, PLLC. Through her work as a physical therapist she has helped thousands of people, including Fortune 500 CEOs, royalty and celebrities, overcome painful conditions, recover from surgery, and feel stronger than ever before. As the host Healthy Wealthy & Smart, of a top 200 podcast, on Apple Podcasts, she has interviewed influencers in the worlds of health, medicine and entrepreneurship. As a keynote and featured speaker, Dr. Karen has presented to thousands at national and international events including Columbia University in New York City, University of Colorado in Denver, and the International Olympic Committee World Conference on on Prevention of Injury and Illness in Sport in Monaco. 

Connect with her at karenlitzy.com