In the winter months, people with arthritis often face increased discomfort due to the cold weather that exacerbates their symptoms. Arthritis is a disease that includes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. Arthritis is of two types. The first relates to inflammation like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and lupus, which are degenerative. The second … Read more
The Department of Biotechnology and Microbiology of Kannur University has developed a novel compound from a medicinal herb that has wide application in conditions of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and migraines and without side effects. The article was published in the scientific journal Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio of Journals). The new compound requires only one-twelfth the dose of non-steroidal … Read more
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, Sept. 13, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Aching joints are common for people over 50, but it’s still important to talk to a doctor about it rather than endlessly self-medicating, experts say. Now, a new poll from the University of Michigan breaks down joint pain, its impact on those … Read more
By Cara Murez HealthDay ReporterHealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, July 20, 2022 (HealthDay News) – It’s long been conventional wisdom that weather makes arthritis pain worse. The issue has been studied through the years, with conflicting findings. But three recent studies found weather does have some impact, said Dr. Robert Shmerling, writing for the Harvard Health Blog. … Read more
Lynn Marie Witt, 45, was diagnosed with RA almost 20 years ago, but she came to gardening much later, after a period of crisis in her life. The divorce came first. Then both her parents died. After that, Witt’s rheumatoid arthritis (RA) flared so badly she didn’t know how long she’d be able to walk. … Read more
Driving with joint pain and stiffness can be a challenge. But rheumatoid arthritis (RA) shouldn’t keep you off the road. There are steps you can take to make your ride easier. What can you do? “The modifications are endless,” says Eron Bozec, an occupational therapist with the Driver Rehabilitation Program at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in … Read more
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By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, May 17, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Liposuction typically is used to flatten your stomach or shape up your booty, but a new study argues that it could also help people suffering from arthritis of the fingers. Injections of body fat into aching, arthritic finger joints appear to produce significant … Read more
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Tracey Loftis, from the charity Versus Arthritis, said: “Our own research into the support given to people with osteoarthritis showed that far too many do not have their conditions regularly reviewed by healthcare professionals, and even fewer had the opportunity to access physical activity support. Source link