Bones & Joints

Got Knee Arthritis? Take a Walk!

Feb 1, 2019 · · Bones & Joints
If you suffer from osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee and you’ve been avoiding exercise because you fear it may worsen your condition, think again. A study presented at the American College of Rheumatology’s annual meeting in October 2018 found that people with knee OA who regularly walk at a moderate-to-vigorous … Read More

Put Your Best Foot Forward

Dec 27, 2018 · · Bones & Joints
For people with bunion—a deformity of the metatarsophalangeal joint that causes a bony bump off of the big toe—years may pass with little more trouble than a limited choice of shoes. For many people, though, bunions eventually become painful and can limit function. A visit to the podiatrist usually yields … Read More

Frontline: Osteoporosis Drugs; Women & Urine Leakage; Atrial Fibrillation & Higher Dementia Risk

Dec 20, 2018 · · Bones & Joints
Osteoporosis Drugs Work Best When Taken Consistently Women with osteoporosis who consistently take medication that prevents further bone loss and/or strengthens bone have a lower risk for fractures than those who take the medication inconsistently, according to a study published in the November 2018 issue of Osteoporosis International. The researchers analyzed … Read More

11. Caring for Yourself in Arthritis

Dec 13, 2018 · · Bones & Joints
Living with arthritis can be tough. It affects you physically and emotionally, and also can impact all of the practical aspects of your life. Moreover, when it comes to arthritis care, everyone is different: What works for one person may not work for you—so experiment, and come up with a … Read More

10. Alternative Arthritis Treatments

Dec 13, 2018 · · Bones & Joints
Alternative treatment options—also known as complementary therapies—can be a good adjunct to medication when it comes to managing arthritis symptoms. Some of the options address physical causes of pain, but don’t forget that chronic pain is complicated. In arthritis, tissue inflammation, bone erosion, and nerve impingement can combine to “rewire” … Read More

9. Arthritis and Diet

Dec 13, 2018 · · Bones & Joints
According to the World Health Organization, an unhealthy diet is one of the major risk factors for a range of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes, and other conditions that are linked to obesity. While there is limited research on possible direct links between diet and arthritis, there is … Read More

8. Arthritis and Exercise

Dec 13, 2018 · · Bones & Joints
The pain, stiffness, and restricted movement that accompany arthritis may seem like a good reason to curl up in bed,  but exercise is beneficial in mild-to-moderate arthritis. The benefits include: Healing. Exercise increases blood circulation and oxygenation within joint tissue, promoting repair. Lower risk of complications. Exercise helps protect against … Read More

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