Global Burden of Osteoarthritis Attributable to High Body Mass Index, 1990 to 2021: Insights From the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

Between 1990 and 2021, the global burden of OA attributable to high BMI increased markedly, with a consistent upward trend across most regions. The burden was more pronounced among women, middle-aged and older adults, and populations in high-SDI regions, reflecting a growing and uneven global health challenge.