Bones & Joints

Shedding a Few Pounds May Reduce Arthritis Risk

Mar 31, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
Losing even a modest amount of weight could reduce your risk of osteoarthritis, a new Dutch study suggests. Researchers followed 353 overweight and obese women, average age 56, for two and a half years. Those who managed to lose at least 5% of their body weight—an average of about 11 … Read More

Ask the Experts: Facet Joint Syndrome

Mar 30, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
Q. I recently read a magazine article that referred to “facet joint syndrome.” What is this? A. Facet joint syndrome (FJS) is inflammation of the facet joints. These small joints are about the size of the knuckles, and are located at every segment on the back of the spine. They provide … Read More

Ask the Experts: Atypical Fracture

Mar 30, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
Q. I recently started taking an osteoporosis drug, and a friend told me that these medications can cause fractures in the thigh bone. It doesn’t make sense that a bone-building drug should harm my bones—is my friend right? A. An association has been found between bisphosphonates and “atypical” fractures in … Read More

Eating for Better Bone Health

Mar 30, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
Women are three times more likely than men to have osteoporosis—weak, fragile bones that contribute to a higher risk of fractures. Women need to make sure their diets contain enough bone-building foods, since diet is the primary source of the building materials for bones. And, it’s also important to make … Read More

Surmounting the Stair Challenge

Mar 29, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
As an aerobic activity, climbing stairs boosts heart function. It also strengthens the muscles in the thighs, which decreases load and stress on the knee, a help for people with knee arthritis. Stair climbing also burns calories, which aids weight loss. Even mild weight loss can take significant pressure off … Read More

Kitchen Aids for People with Hand Arthritis

Mar 29, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
If pain in your hands from arthritis makes daily tasks like preparing and eating a meal frustrating, don’t despair. There are techniques and gadgets to help you. Cleveland Clinic occupational therapist and certified hand therapist Jo Koludrovich, OT/L, CHT, has advice for maintaining daily function, including in the kitchen. “Many … Read More

Rheumatoid Arthritis Puts Bones at Risk

Mar 29, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
The bone-thinning disease osteoporosis is a concern for many women after age 50. But men can also develop osteoporosis, and there are other risk factors. For example, having rheumatoid arthritis (RA) increases risk, regardless of your age. Our bones constantly change. In the process of bone turnover, cells called osteoclasts … Read More

Just a Little Weight Loss Goes a Long Way

Mar 29, 2016 · · Bones & Joints
Being overweight or obese is a well-known risk factor for osteoarthritis, especially in the knees. Each one pound of weight puts three to four pounds of pressure on the knee joint. Over time, excess weight can lead to the deterioration of cartilage at the joint. As cartilage wears away, the … Read More

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