Bones & Joints Archives

This Just In: More Produce Linked With Fewer Hip Fractures

Apr 7, 2016 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

Fruit and vegetable intake is associated with hip fracture, with a higher rate of hip fracture linked to eating fewer than five servings per day, according to a study in the June 2015 issue of Journal of Bone and Mineral Research. The study followed about 85,000 men and women age … Read More

Limit Foods and Beverages That Can Weaken Bones

Apr 7, 2016 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

You know that foods rich in calcium, vitamin D and protein help build strong bones, but there are some foods and beverages that will do just the opposite. Certain ingredients in everyday foods and drinks can diminish bone density and increase your risk of osteoporosis. “For better bone health, limit … Read More

Bone Density Testing: All You Need to Know

Apr 6, 2016 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Prior to menopause, the hormone estrogen helps women maintain their bone density. However, after the onset of menopause, estrogen levels drop and bone loss increases, placing women at risk for osteoporosis and fractures. Bone mineral density (BMD) testing can keep track of bone loss, but which risk factors should guide … Read More

Dos and Don’ts for Strengthening Bones If You Have Osteoporosis

Apr 6, 2016 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

If you’ve lost bone mass due to osteoporosis, you need to do all you can to preserve and build the bone you have. This means regularly engaging in an exercise program that includes resistance and balance training, as well as low-to-moderate intensity aerobic activity, depending on the severity of your … Read More

Improving Posture Helps Correct and Prevent Dowager’s Hump

Apr 6, 2016 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

“Dowager’s hump” is a colloquial term commonly used to describe an abnormal outward curvature of the spine in the upper back (hyperkyphosis) that affects anywhere from 20 to 40 percent of women and men over age 55. In addition to looking unsightly, a curved back shifts your center of gravity … Read More

Shoulder Injuries are a Risk for ‘Weekend Warriors’

Apr 6, 2016 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

Older adults are staying active for longer, and that’s a good thing—physical activity benefits cardiovascular, brain, and bone health, and also increases opportunities for social interactions as we age. But while it boosts strength and flexibility, exercise also exerts wear and tear—and one joint that is particularly vulnerable to injury … Read More

Ask the Doctors: Post-Traumatic Arthritis

Apr 5, 2016 · UHN · Bones & Joints

Q. What is the difference between post-traumatic arthritis and regular arthritis? A. The most common cause of osteoarthritis (OA) is the wearing out of joint surface cartilage over time. But, sometimes injuries from sports, a vehicle accident, a fall or any other physical injury can accelerate the wearing out process … Read More

Ask the Doctors: Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Apr 5, 2016 · UHN · Bones & Joints

Q. I’ve read that glucosamine and chondroitin can help my pain. Other times, I hear reports that they are not beneficial. What should I believe? A. Determining whether or not the over-the-counter supplements glucosamine and chondroitin are effective for managing osteoarthritis (OA) pain can be confusing. While some people swear … Read More

Help Yourself Get Active Again

Apr 5, 2016 · UHN · Bones & Joints

When you have arthritis, your day may seem filled with the limiting thought “I can’t.” Your hips hurt, so you can’t bend over to tie your shoes. Your hands ache, keeping you from using your favorite garden tool. You’d rather not wear socks because you can’t bear the thought of … Read More

Could Your Pain Be Bursitis?

Apr 5, 2016 · UHN · Bones & Joints

It’s estimated that 52.5 million adults, or 1 in 5, in the United States, have doctor-diagnosed arthritis. So, if your joint aches, it could be arthritis, right? Maybe, but it may be more complicated, according to Cleveland Clinic rheumatologist Bruce D. Long, MD, BS, Pharm. “Bursitis, or the inflammation of … Read More

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