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Drivers

Arthrofibrosis is caused by the interactions of thousands of different genes after an initiating event that causes cell death. Whether any particular individual develops arthrofibrosis (or another fibrotic condition) depends on a large number of factors. Some of these are not under our control – these include injury, infection and our genetic predisposition. Other factors are can be altered. For example, aggressive exercise, poor diet, smoking and (physical) stress.

Primary Drivers

Inflammation

Osteoarthritis, blood clotting disorder, MBL deficiency, genetic predisposition, high sugar - low fibre diet, obesity, diabetes, other conditions.

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Infection

Joint infection, gum infection (P. gingivalis), respiratory infection, other infection.

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Insult

Surgery - especially where the bone is cut, injury, wear and tear, unknown cause.

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Secondary Drivers

Aggressive Exercise

Aggressive exercise of the affected limb. Exercise tolerance varies greatly between individuals.

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Hypoxia

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Lack of Essential

Nutrients

Inflamed stomach/gut, poor diet, lack of sunlight (vit. D), other conditions.

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Stress

Psychological and physical stress

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Autoimmune Disorder

Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Lupus (SLE), Grave's disease, Mixed connective tissue disease, Other.

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Lack of Quality Sleep

Sleep apnoea, poor sleep hygiene, insomnia, pain, stress, other conditions

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