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Mesh Implants for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Require Ongoing Follow-Up

Nov 23, 2020 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

It’s estimated that about one in three women will have urinary and/or gynecological problems due to weakening of the pelvic floor muscles. “The vagina is surrounded by the other pelvic organs: The bladder is in front of the vagina, the uterus and intestines are on top of it, and the … Read More

Newbriefs: Shoulder Replacements; Pneumonia Shots; Flu & Acute Cardiovascular Events; Bone Drugs & Atypical Fractures

Nov 19, 2020 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Most Shoulder Replacements Last More Than 10 Years The vast majority of shoulder replacement implants last more than 10 years, according to a large UK study published in the September issue of The Lancet Rheumatology. For the study, researchers examined data on nearly 18,000 people who underwent total, partial, or … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Warm milk before bedtime; Too much calcium

Oct 19, 2020 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Bones & Joints

Q: Can drinking warm milk before bedtime help me sleep? A: Yes, but not for the reason you think. Dairy foods contain an amino acid called tryptophan, which is converted to serotonin in the brain and helps modulate sleep. But milk also contains other amino acids that compete to get … Read More

Shoulder Replacement Can Ease Pain and Improve Joint Function

Oct 19, 2020 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

More than 900,000 Americans undergo hip or knee replacement each year, but a growing number are opting to have their shoulders replaced, too. As with replacement of the hip and knee, arthritis is typically the underlying reason for shoulder replacement—however, injuries to the shoulder muscles also may warrant replacing the … Read More

Effectively Treating Knee Pain

Oct 19, 2020 · JoAnn Milivojevic · Bones & Joints

Treating knee pain is most successful when aligned with the cause of the discomfort. For example, inflammation due to soft tissue damage, such as from minor muscle injuries, can be treated at home with the RICE protocol (rest, ice, compression, elevation). The mainstay medications for osteoarthritis (bone-on-bone pain) includes acetaminophen … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Warfarin and the INR score; Arthritis pain and exercise; Lipomas

Sep 22, 2020 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Bones & Joints

My doctor prescribed warfarin for me after a recent stroke, and I’ve been told I will need my “INR score” regularly checked. Can you please explain what an INR score is? “INR” stands for international normalized ratio, which is the time required for your blood to clot. Your INR is … Read More

Ask the Expert: Demntia and Oral Hygiene; Facet Joint Syndrome; Iodized Salt vs. Sea Salt

Sep 21, 2020 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Q: My wife has dementia and I am her main caregiver. I manage reasonably well, but she is becoming increasingly uncooperative when it comes to brushing her teeth. Can you offer any advice for making this easier for both of us? A: Dementia is a progressive disease, and its worsening … Read More

Gout: Your Big Toe Might Provide Important Health Clues

Aug 21, 2020 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

When you picture someone with gout, you may think of an older, overweight man who likes his burgers and Budweiser— and that wouldn’t be inaccurate. Being male and eating a diet that’s high in red meat, seafood, and alcohol— particularly beer—are common risk factors for gout. But gout also can … Read More

Newsbriefs: Lower Risk of AD; Diabetes Risk; Adult Acne; Heart Disease Risk; Arthritis Risk; Lower Blood Pressure

Aug 21, 2020 · Lynn Russo Whylly · Bones & Joints

A Healthy Lifestyle May Lower Risk of AD Living a healthy lifestyle—consisting of not smoking, being moderately to vigorously physically active, drinking only light amounts of alcohol, following the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet, and keeping your brain active in later years—directly lowers Alzheimer’s disease risk, according to … Read More

Considering Knee Replacement? Timing Matters

Jul 17, 2020 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

The timing of knee replacement surgery is an important factor in optimizing its benefits. But according to a recent study, many people who would potentially benefit from knee replacement are waiting too long to have the procedure, while others may be having it too soon. The study (Journal of Bone … Read More

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