India, Oct. 5 -- Joint pain-related problems are believed to be associated with old age. However, people in their 30s can experience it too. An expert commented on why it is striking young people so early.ALSO READ: Finding it hard to sit cross-legged or climb stairs? Orthopaedic doctor reveals 6 early signs of joint degeneration

Dr Gururaj S Puranik, senior consultant trauma and orthopaedics surgeon at HOSMAT Hospital, shared why joint pain can develop at a younger age and how everyday habits may cause it.

"Knee pain, neck stiffness, shoulder aches and lower back pains are becoming increasingly common among persons in their 30s," he noted.

Muscles play an important role in supporting your joints. As per the surgeon, inadequate muscle ...