What Is Osteoarthritis, And Why Does It Have To Ruin Your Day? By Dr. Phinit Phisitkul So, you’ve noticed that your knees are starting to sound like a bowl of Rice Krispies when you stand up. Welcome to the wonderful world of osteoarthritis! Dr. Phinit Phisitkul, who’s well-acquainted with the symphony of creaks and cracks that come with this condition, describes osteoarthritis as your joints’ way of reminding you that you’re not as young as you used to be. It’s basically the slow, sneaky wear-and-tear of the cartilage in your joints, leading to pain, stiffness, and the occasional “Why me?” moment. Why Do Joints Degenerate, And How Can You Manage…