Specifically, statin users were 13 percent more likely to suffer dislocations, strains or sprains. They were only 0.7 percent more likely to develop osteoarthritis or other joint problems, which was not considered statistically significant, the researchers found.

Do statins cause joint damage?

Joint pain is considered a minor side effect of statin use, though if you suffer from it, it might not seem minor to you.

Is there a link between statins and osteoarthritis?

Past studies have also reported a link between statins and a decreased risk of osteoarthritis. A Dutch study from 2012 found that people with knee osteoarthritis who took statins had a 50 percent reduction in the progression of their OA compared with people who didn't take statins.