Bones & Joints

Successfully Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis

Oct 31, 2017 · · Bones & Joints
If you’re female, you have a significantly increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA)—about 75 percent of people with RA are women. “While it is well known that RA is more common in women than in men, the reason for this is not understood,” says Susan Goodman, MD, a rheumatologist … Read More

Ease the Pain of Spinal Stenosis

Oct 27, 2017 · · Bones & Joints
As you get older, you are at increased risk for spinal stenosis, a condition that can cause pain in your lower back and legs. Spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal—the hollow space within the vertebrae that contains the nerve roots and spinal cord—becomes narrower. The spinal canal often narrows … Read More

Could Your Joint Pain Be Arthritis?

Oct 24, 2017 · · Bones & Joints
Some joint pain can be relatively innocuous—perhaps you overexerted yourself at the gym without warming up properly, or overdid the yard work. But constant joint pain may be a sign of something more serious, and should be checked out by your doctor. A number of conditions can result in joint … Read More

Hip Replacement Eases Osteoarthritis

Sep 22, 2017 · · Bones & Joints
Demand for total hip replacement (THR, also called hip arthroplasty) in the United States has surged in the last decade, partly because of the increased incidence of osteoarthritis among our graying population. This type of arthritis, which affects about 27 million Americans according to the National Institutes of Health, is … Read More

Osteoporosis Drugs Linked to a Rare Form of Fracture

Sep 21, 2017 · · Bones & Joints
Bisphosphonate drugs, such as alendronate (Fosamax), ibandronate (Boniva) and zoledronic acid (Reclast), are proven to combat bone loss and fractures in people with the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis. However, prolonged use of the drugs can alter the composition of bone, making it more brittle—and vulnerable to a rare but serious form … Read More

Foods That Can Sap Your Bone Strength

Aug 23, 2017 · · Bones & Joints
Most women know that it’s crucial to get enough calcium and vitamin D in order to keep their bones strong, but there are some substances that can diminish bone density and increase your risk of osteoporosis. Bone Weakeners For bone health, limit your consumption of colas, caffeine, and alcohol. Caffeine … Read More

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