<article <h1 Essential Oils for Knee Osteoarthritis: Osteoarticular Support and Chronic Pain Relief Protocol</h1 <p <strong META DESCRIPTION:</strong Guide to essential oils for knee osteoarthritis. Clinical protocols with Wintergreen, Copaiba, and Peppermint to reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and regenerate joint wellness.</p <h2 1. INTRODUCTION: The Reality of Osteoarthritis in 2026</h2 <p Osteoarthritis (OA), specifically that affecting the knee joint, has consolidated in 2026 as one of the main causes of functional disability globally. According to recent data from the World Health Organization and updated prevalence studies, approximately 25% of the population over 50 years of age shows radiological signs of cartilage degradation, a figure that increases exponentially due to de