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5 Arthritis Food Myths

Dec 18, 2024 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Aging & Independence

One in four adults have some form of arthritis. If you are living with painful, stiff, inflamed joints, you may have heard claims that consuming specific foods will help. Arthritis 101. The two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused when wear-and-tear damages the … Read More

Handy Aids Make Living with Arthritis Easier

Dec 18, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States, but often its effects go beyond the more obvious limitations it can place on mobility. “The disease can make even the simplest everyday tasks challenging to perform,” confirms Joseph Herrera, DO, professor of rehabilitation and physical medicine at Mount … Read More

Coping with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Dec 18, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

Up to 10 million Americans are thought to suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome: a nerve disorder that causes discomfort and weakness in the wrist and hand. Fortunately, carpal tunnel syndrome is very treatable—and it’s important to seek help for it before it permanently affects your hand function to an extent … Read More

Fibromyalgia Review and Impacts of Diet

Dec 18, 2024 · Kristen N. Smith, PhD, RDN, LD · Aging & Independence

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive issues (often referred to as “fibro fog”). The exact cause of fibromyalgia isn’t fully understood, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurological factors that affect how the brain processes pain … Read More

AI Is Efficient at Detecting Lyme Disease

Nov 25, 2024 · UHN Staff · Aging & Independence

Lyme disease, spread to humans through tick bites, is a hard-to-diagnose condition with symptoms that start as headaches, pain and fatigue but can turn into long-term inflammatory illness affecting the joints, nerves, brain, and heart. The disease can resemble those of other tick-borne illnesses, complicating diagnosis and delaying proper treatment. … Read More

Be Aware of Classic Symptoms of Painful Bladder Syndrome

Oct 29, 2024 · Rochelle Nataloni · Aging & Independence

Do you experience pain when your bladder is full, but brush it off as just another annoying aspect of aging? This discomfort should not be ignored, as it is the primary symptom of painful bladder syndrome (PBS), also known as interstitial cystitis (IC). PBS/IC is more than an inconvenience; it … Read More

Advances in Bunion Surgery Expand Effective Treatment Options

Sep 25, 2024 · Rochelle Nataloni · Aging & Independence

Bunions, the bony bumps that form at the base of the big toe, are a common condition among women. In fact, approximately 33 percent of women over the age of 60 have bunions. They can cause significant pain and discomfort, often prompting the consideration of surgical correction. Historically, bunion surgery … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Carpal tunnel syndrome; Ingrown toenail solutions

Sep 25, 2024 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Aging & Independence

I’ve been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome. Is surgery my only option? If tingling, numbness, or pain in your hand, as a result of carpal tunnel syndrome, is affecting your ability to sew, garden, or do other hands-on activities, there are several treatment options to consider. The primary goal is … Read More

Newsbriefs: Physical activity; walking and back pain; traumatic brain injury risk; shingles vaccine

Aug 26, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Aging & Independence

Get Off the Couch to Stay Well If you want to stay well as you age, turn off the TV and get off the couch. That’s the message from researchers at Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health who found that replacing even one hour of TV with physical activity … Read More

Talk to Your Doctor About Painful Sex

Jul 24, 2024 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Aging & Independence

Contrary to outdated stereotypes, many women in their 50s, 60s, and even 70s enjoy vibrant and fulfilling sex lives. Research suggests that sexual activity and satisfaction do not necessarily decline with age, with one study showing that nearly 60 percent of women over 60 in committed relationships reported being sexually … Read More

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