What to do when the joints start to creak? Advice and assistance for people with joint issues. Hiking in the mountains is one of the most popular leisure activities among Germans and Austrians. However, many passionate mountain hikers find themselves facing joint problems as the years go by. Some experience hip pain, while others suffer from knee discomfort. The descent into the valley often becomes a torment. Yet, having arthritis does not mean saying goodbye to the mountains; quite the opposite. Joint issues can be prevented and treated, and hiking is often the best therapy. This book demonstrates that. A team of experienced specialists explains the effects of mountain hiking from a medical-physiological perspective, provides training and equipment tips, presents conservative and surgical treatment methods, and describes various approaches.