Saudi Arabia’s 88-year-old King Salman has been diagnosed with a lung infection and is currently receiving antibiotic treatment after experiencing a fever and joint pain. State media reported the news early Monday, following medical examinations at the Royal Clinics at Al Salam Palace in Jeddah.“It was found that there was a lung infection, and the … 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
The vegan diet is increasingly becoming a lifestyle choice among millennials due to its several health benefits. A new study now has found that a low-fat vegan diet can be healing for people with rheumatoid arthritis experiencing frequent joint pain. Moreover, it also improves cholesterol levels in the blood and promotes weight loss. The autoimmune disease … Read more
Cryoablation, an amalgam of two words – ‘cryo’ meaning cold and ‘ablation’ can be used for relief in a multitude of pain conditions In a new and distinct approach to efficacious pain management, doctors at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket have begun to employ Cryoablation, a minimally invasive procedure for patients suffering from a wide … Read more
The day-to-day demands of work can pose many challenges when you have arthritis. That’s true whether you work at a desk job or a job that requires lifting and bending. Fortunately, a few simple principles can help most people get through the day without undue pain. Ergonomically designed chairs, desks, and specific equipment can also … Read more
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SOURCES: Elena Schiopu, MD, clinical associate professor, rheumatology and internal medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Abor. Practical Pain Management: “Pain Management and the Elderly.” Brett Smith, DO, rheumatologist, Alcoa, TN. American Journal of Nursing: “The Impact of Osteoarthritis in the United States: A Population-Health Perspective. Mayo Clinic: “Arthritis,” “Osteoarthritis,” “Rheumatoid arthritis.” CDC: “Smoking & Tobacco … Read more
Dressing up using the right gear not only keeps one warm but also promotes ease of motion. By Dr.Amod Manocha Temperatures in North India have started to dip with winters just round the corner. Do winters remind you of painful stiff joints and reduced mobility? Do they remind you of the phrase” feeling under the … Read more