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What causes septic (infectious) arthritis? Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention

Infectious arthritis, also known as septic arthritis, is a form of joint pain that manifests from an infection in a joint. This is caused by an infection that began elsewhere in the body, affecting the particular joint in question, leading to arthritic symptoms. Systemic infections such as Lyme disease, hepatitis, fifth disease, mumps, German measles, ...click here to read more

What is knee effusion (water on the knee)? Causes, symptoms, and tests for water on the knee

Knee effusion (water on the knee) is a condition where fluid accumulates around the knee joint. This is sometimes referred to as having a swollen knee or having “water on the knee.” Normally, our joints have a small amount of fluid surrounding them called synovial fluid. This helps to reduce friction and promote smooth joint ...click here to read more

Benefits of using essential oils for rheumatoid arthritis pain relief

Essential oils for rheumatoid arthritis can be an effective option for those looking to reduce inflammation, stiffness, and pain. They should not be confused with fragrance oils or perfumes. Essential oils are derived from leaves, flowers, roots, bark, and other parts of plants. While essential oils can be useful for alleviating some symptoms of rheumatoid ...click here to read more

Algae extract found to treat arthritis

Arthritis is an inflammatory condition of the joints that causes joint pain and stiffness, usually getting worse with age. It is estimated that around 90 percent of all people over the age of 65 have this condition to some degree. For the most part, arthritis is treated with anti-inflammatory medication and pain killers, but researchers ...click here to read more

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Less rheumatoid arthritis pain reported among fish eaters

A new study found that consuming fish at least twice a week could significantly reduce pain and swelling associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Although previous studies have looked at the benefits of fish supplements on rheumatoid arthritis, little was known about actual consumption of fish and its effects on rheumatoid arthritis pain. Study author Dr. Sara ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis awareness week: Palindromic rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis and feet, rheumatoid arthritis and depression

This coming week is rheumatoid arthritis awareness week, and your friends at Bel Marra have taken the time to bring you information on this topic to broaden your knowledge and understanding of the disease. We have compiled a list of articles touching on palindromic rheumatism, rheumatoid arthritis and feet, and rheumatoid arthritis and depression. Millions ...click here to read more

Breakthrough treatment for your aching joints

In the U.S., over 30 million adults suffer from the most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis. That’s one in every eight adults. Often referred to as “wear and tear” arthritis, the condition commonly affects larger, weight-bearing joints like the hips and knees, but it can manifest in the upper limbs too. Slowly but surely, the ...click here to read more

5 easy ways to relieve your joint pain

“As you get older, don’t let society tell you what you can or can’t do. That’s what arthritis is for.” It may sound like a joke, but there’s little to laugh about. Arthritis, the common ailment that creeps up with age, comes in all shapes and forms (about 100 forms, to be precise). Once it ...click here to read more