Category Archives: Arthritis

In arthritis patients, even moderate physical activity can improve function in the arthritic limb. It is recommended that American adults partake in 150 minutes of physical activity a week, but unfortunately only one in 10 older adults with knee arthritis meet this goal. This prompted the researchers to set an easier-to-achieve target to make sure ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis is a debilitating form of arthritis in which the joints get deformed, affecting one’s ability to perform daily tasks. There are many conditions that are often mistaken for rheumatoid arthritis, such as psoriatic arthritis and lupus, and there are other conditions that are linked to or have a higher prevalence in rheumatoid arthritis ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis and skin complication symptoms range from mild to severe, causing lesions. Although rheumatoid arthritis commonly affects the joints, it can involve organs and the skin, too. Many rheumatoid arthritis patients will experience skin manifestations and symptoms can vary greatly. On the severe side, skin complications can even result in lesions. Rheumatoid nodule: Causes ...click here to read more

Taking care of your joint health should be a priority, especially when you hear about the millions of people living with arthritis. Arthritis is really a term used to describe a lot of joint pain or joint diseases. There are in fact over 100 different types of arthritis and related conditions. What people need to ...click here to read more

Osteoarthritis pain in older adults can be managed with chair yoga. The researchers randomly assigned 131 older adults to either chair yoga or a health education program. Both interventions took place twice a week for 45 minutes a session over the course of eight weeks. Measurements for pain, pain interference, balance, gait speed, fatigue, and ...click here to read more

Early symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis may be invisible which can negatively impact a person’s quality of life along with delayed diagnosis. The national survey collected responses from 3,100 individuals and found that initial symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis often are invisible. Respondents suggest that obtaining a diagnosis was challenging as average time between initial symptoms and ...click here to read more

“A broccoli serving a day will keep osteoarthritis away.” This may seem like a far-fetched statement, and truth be told, it is a bit of an exaggeration, but there is mounting evidence that there’s some truth behind it. Considering the fact that there is no known cure for osteoarthritis, and that broccoli is readily accessible ...click here to read more

A germ linked to gum disease may also be tied to rheumatoid arthritis according to research findings. The discovery may help pinpoint the potential origins of rheumatoid arthritis. Co-author of the study Dr. Felipe Andrade explained, “If we’re right, this will totally change the view of rheumatoid arthritis and treatment of patients.” Unfortunately, the findings ...click here to read more

Recent research suggests that people who suffer from inflammatory joint disease, such as rheumatoid arthritis, are at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease that could be better controlled if only preventative measures were adopted. Although there is no definitive proof that inflammation causes cardiovascular disease, research tells us that inflammation is common in people who ...click here to read more

In rheumatoid arthritis (RA), smoking and excess weight reduces the improvement of symptoms brought on by treatment. Senior investigator Vivian Bykerk explained, “Early, aggressive treatment to achieve remission is the primary goal of therapy and can be best achieved early on when treating patients with newly diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis, as early disease control is associated ...click here to read more

Cervical spondylosis, also known as cervical osteoarthritis or neck arthritis, can be a painful and debilitating condition, but with proper care and treatment, many people who suffer from it can lead normal lives. Cervical spondylosis is common as people age. You don’t hear the term a lot because most people refer to it as either ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is accompanied by sexual dysfunction in one-third of all RA patients, both men and women. The study found that there are a number of issues that affect RA patients, including low libido, painful intercourse, orgasmic dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and non-satisfactory sexual life. Dr. Pedro Santos-Moreno, lead author, said, “Sexuality is an important dimension ...click here to read more

Hand arthritis can be prevented with exercise and natural remedies. Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation of the joints. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which wears out the protective cartilage found between the joints. When cartilage is worn down it allows the bones to rub together, leading to deformities and structural ...click here to read more

Every year, there are more and more cases of hip replacements, with osteoarthritis being the most common reason. In fact, over the last 10 years, the number of hip replacement surgeries has doubled. Hip replacements have come a long way and have become a somewhat standard procedure nowadays. But going through the recovery period and ...click here to read more