Question

A 45-year-old woman with chronic knee osteoarthritis has pain limiting function. She has tried intermittent NSAIDs and wants to avoid surgery. According to Canadian OA guidance, which intervention has the strongest evidence for improving pain and function?

Accepted Answer

Structured exercise and weight loss where appropriate

Answer

Long-term opioid therapy

Answer

Glucosamine supplements

Answer

Routine arthroscopic debridement

Answer

Topical capsaicin only

Practice question

A 45-year-old woman with chronic knee osteoarthritis has pain limiting function. She has tried intermittent NSAIDs and wants to avoid surgery. According to Canadian OA guidance, which intervention has the strongest evidence for improving pain and function?