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肥胖与衰老在骨关节炎发病机制中的双向作用:分子机制、表观遗传学见解及治疗意义

 

Authors Lin C, Yang J, Su H, Zhang X, Wang B

Received 18 January 2025

Accepted for publication 19 July 2025

Published 12 September 2025 Volume 2025:18 Pages 12637—12676

DOI https://doi.org/10.2147/JIR.S514521

Checked for plagiarism Yes

Review by Single anonymous peer review

Peer reviewer comments 2

Editor who approved publication: Dr Tara Strutt

Chuang Lin,1 Junxing Yang,1 Hang Su,2 Xinguo Zhang,1 Bo Wang3 

1Department of Bone Injury, Shenzhen Hospital, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (Futian), Shenzhen, 518000, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine Shenzhen Hospital (Futian), Shenzhen, 518000, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Bone Injury, the First Affiliated Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, 150036, People’s Republic of China

Correspondence: Bo Wang, Department of Bone Injury, The First Affiliated Hospital of Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine, Harbin, 150036, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86-18646246661, Email wb8788000@163.com

Abstract: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a major global contributor to pain, disability, and socioeconomic burden. With the increasing prevalence of obesity and an aging population, the incidence of OA continues to rise. This review explores the bidirectional relationship between obesity and aging in the pathogenesis of OA, focusing on the underlying molecular mechanisms. Obesity contributes to aging by inducing oxidative stress, chronic inflammation, and metabolic dysregulation, thereby promoting OA development and progression. Conversely, the accumulation of senescent cells with age exacerbates obesity-induced inflammation and metabolic dysfunction by secreting pro-inflammatory cytokines and bioactive molecules. Epigenetic changes, including DNA methylation, histone modifications, and the regulation of non-coding RNAs, play pivotal roles in modulating these interactions, further influencing OA progression. The review also discusses current and emerging therapeutic strategies targeting the obesity-aging-OA axis, highlighting the potential of epigenetic interventions and novel anti-inflammatory treatments. A comprehensive understanding of the molecular interplay between obesity and aging in OA is essential for developing more effective prevention and treatment strategies. Future research should prioritize the in-depth exploration of epigenetic mechanisms, coupled with technological innovation, standardized education and training, quality control, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Targeted strategies and interventions are essential to effectively prevent and manage obesity- and OA-related diseases.

Keywords: obesity, aging, osteoarthritis, epigenetics, inflammation