Racial and ethnic disparities in osteoarthritis phenotypes.

Allen KD. Racial and ethnic disparities in osteoarthritis phenotypes. [Editorial]. Current opinion in rheumatology. 2010 Sep 1; 22(5):528-32.

While some racial differences in osteoarthritis prevalence and severity have been identified, more research is needed on under-studied racial and ethnic groups and joint groups (e.g. foot, spine). Future studies should emphasize potential explanatory factors, such as genetic, environmental, anatomical, and biomechanical features. Current findings emphasize the importance of targeting weight management and psychosocial interventions among African-Americans with knee osteoarthritis.