Translation guide
A chronic joint condition involving cartilage breakdown. In Japanese, the most common term is 変形性関節症, often specified by the affected joint.
The standard clinical term for osteoarthritis, used in medical contexts and patient explanations.
How ordinary people refer to osteoarthritis in daily conversation, often focusing on the symptom of joint pain or aging-related changes.
Literally 'aging of the joints'. A common, non-technical way to describe osteoarthritis, emphasizing wear and tear.
Abbreviated forms used in clinical notes or among healthcare professionals.
The English abbreviation 'OA' is commonly used in Japanese medical settings, pronounced オーエー.
This patient has knee OA.
In Japanese medical terms, the affected joint is often included in the word itself (e.g., 膝関節 for knee, 股関節 for hip). When talking to a doctor, it's helpful to specify the joint.
The standard medical term for osteoarthritis. Literally 'deformity joint disease'. Used by doctors and in medical literature.
My mother was diagnosed with osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis of the knee. The most common site-specific term. Often shortened to 膝OA in clinical settings.
Exercise therapy is effective for treating knee osteoarthritis.
Osteoarthritis of the hip. Another common site-specific term.
Walking became difficult due to hip osteoarthritis.
The knee pain might be due to joint aging.
Simply 'my knee hurts'. In context, this often implies osteoarthritis, especially among older adults. Japanese speakers often describe the symptom rather than the disease.
Lately my knee hurts and I can't sit in seiza.
Literally 'the cartilage is worn down'. A descriptive phrase often used to explain the condition.
The doctor told me my cartilage is worn down.