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Frontline: Strong bones and dementia; Drug for hot flashes; Clogged arteries

Jun 26, 2023 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

Stronger Bones Linked with Lower Dementia Risk Older adults who have weaker, more brittle bones are more likely to develop dementia, according to a study published May 16, 2023, in the journal Neurology. In the study, bone mineral density (BMD) was measured at various locations using a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry … Read More

Discolored, Brittle, or Bleeding Nails May Signal an Underlying Problem

Jun 26, 2023 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

Many women spend time and money making sure their fingernails and toenails look nice. But if your nails aren’t healthy, they could be pointing to other health conditions you’re not even aware of. And neglecting diseased nails can sometimes lead to painful complications “Healthy nails are free of grooves, ridges, … Read More

Newsbriefs: Mediterranean-style diet; fracking sites and cardiovascular health; memory symptoms; skull fractures

Jun 26, 2023 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

More Evidence Med Diet Protects Cognition Eating a traditional Mediterranean-style diet may reduce the risk of dementia by almost a quarter, according to a recent study from the UK’s Newcastle University. The study (BMC Medicine, March 14) is one of the biggest of its kind— previous research typically has been … Read More

Frontline: Lower odds of osteoarthritis; hearing aids and dementia risk; Parkinson’s disease symptoms

May 25, 2023 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

Diabetes Drug Linked with Lower Odds of Osteoarthritis Metformin may help reduce the odds of developing osteoarthritis (OA) in people who have type 2 diabetes, according to research published March 20, 2023, in JAMA Network Open. In the study of more than 40,000 adults who had type 2 diabetes, about … Read More

Study: Low Bone Density May Raise Dementia Risk

May 25, 2023 · UHN Staff · Bones & Joints

A study published recently in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, suggests that people who have low bone density may have a greater chance of developing dementia, compared with their peers who have higher bone density. The study underscores earlier research that has also shown a … Read More

Harvard-Led Study Suggests Yoga Helps Protect Against Frailty

May 25, 2023 · UHN Staff · Bones & Joints

Medical frailty refers to a loss of function, strength, stamina, and overall health and fitness. It can raise the risk of falls, hospitalizations, and death. But in a review of 33 studies, published in Annals of Internal Medicine (March 14, 2023), researchers from Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s … Read More

Do You Lean on Your Shopping Cart?

May 23, 2023 · UHN Staff · Bones & Joints

Spinal stenosis can cause pain in the legs and/or the lower back when walking, and that pain it is often relieved by leaning forward. That’s why some people lean on a cart while shopping. Spinal stenosis refers to narrowing of the spinal canal or the spaces where nerves exit the … Read More

Thorough Preparation Is Key for Knee Replacement

Apr 25, 2023 · Dawn Bialy · Bones & Joints

If you have a total knee replacement (TKR) this year, you’ll have plenty of company: Nearly 800,000 TKRs are performed annually in the United States, and this number will continue to grow as the population ages. Pain and limited mobility caused by osteoarthritis (OA) are the most common reasons for … Read More

Be Especially Vigilant About Your Bone Health if You Are a Cancer Survivor

Apr 25, 2023 · Kate Brophy · Bones & Joints

All older adults are advised to think about how they can maintain their bone health. That’s because bone density decreases as we age. This can result in a condition called osteoporosis, in which bones become more porous and fragile. Osteoporosis is a particular problem for older women—although older men are … Read More

Ask the Doctor: Steroid Injections

Apr 25, 2023 · UHN Staff · Bones & Joints

Q: The pain from osteoarthritis in my knees is getting worse. When is the right time to consider steroid injections? A: Corticosteroid joint injections are typically recommended if you’ve tried conservative treatments but they no longer work to relieve pain. These include over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen … Read More

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