Category Archives: Joint Health

Older adults who have osteoarthritis are more likely to suffer from a condition that health professionals call “social isolation.” These people who have arthritis often also have health issues, which can also increase their risk of being socially isolated. Other health issues that are often experienced alongside arthritis may include depression, anxiety, being afraid to ...click here to read more

If you’ve got a stiff neck, back pain, or sore knees, what do you do, sit down? Then what happens? Do you find it’s harder to move around and do the things you used to, or even simple daily tasks like getting out bed or walk to the kitchen? If you do, you may need ...click here to read more

Bone health doesn’t get the respect it deserves. While plenty of attention is paid to skin, hair, heart, and weight, the bones can get lost in the fray. But if you’re a post-menopausal woman, or will be, the state of your bones can have a significant influence on overall health. According to the National Osteoporosis ...click here to read more

Consuming a plant-based diet may help to alleviate pain and inflammation due to rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to new information. This review adds to the evidence that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes may be beneficial for autoimmune conditions. The new review published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition highlighted four different ...click here to read more

Is your spouse bothering you non-stop? If they are, my condolences; I wish I could help. But that’s not the kind of neck pain we’re dealing with here. We’re talking about that stiffness or pain that hits when you’re stuck in traffic, enjoying your favorite television show, or have been hunched over at your desk. ...click here to read more

Along with maintaining an active lifestyle, the food you eat plays a significant role in the health of your bones. Food choices can either help or hinder bone health, which ultimately influences your risk for falls and fractures. What are the nutrients you need for bone health? Calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin K, right? Yep. ...click here to read more

In one of the most extensive and most detailed studies ever conducted, it was recently found that patients diagnosed with gout were more than twice as likely to develop chronic kidney disease compared to those without. The research, coming from the University of Limerick (UL), Ireland used data from more than 620,000 patients in the ...click here to read more

If you’ve suffered from a stroke, I’m sure your life is quite different than before. There are plenty of adjustments required to maintain health following such a catastrophic event. But there is one you—or your doctor—may have not considered: bone health. A recent study has found that stroke patients are at high risk for osteoporosis, ...click here to read more

New research finds that gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) can not only cause pain in the temporomandibular joint but also contribute to poor sleep and mental health. Many people are unaware of the far-reaching risk factors associated with GERD, and the study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) helps to show just how serious the condition ...click here to read more

A new study reports that how you see the world may have a significant impact on how well you sleep. This is excellent news if you’re a glass-half-full type of person. In recent years, sleep deprivation has become a major public health concern. Moreover, it seems like a growing number of people I talk to ...click here to read more

For those who have a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, research now shows that there may be a higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. A study performed at Lund University in Sweden has found a link between osteoarthritis and mortality that outlines the importance of cardiovascular disease prevention. It was shown that the risk of dying ...click here to read more

According to a new study published in Bone, patients who have a high frailty status alongside rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may be more at risk of osteoporotic fractures. Those with RA do have an increased risk of skeletal bone loss, which could be a reason for the increased risk of fractures. Previous studies have shown frailty ...click here to read more

A new study presented at the Annual European Congress of Rheumatology (EULAR 2019) has shown an increased rate of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in those with type 1 diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect more than just the joints. Many people experience fatigue, loss of appetite, and ...click here to read more

Researchers have just announced another study that outlines the importance of sleep quality, this time creating a connection between fatigue and osteoarthritis. The study published in the Journal of Pain set out to show the association between sleep quality and increased pain and fatigue in older adults who suffer from symptomatic osteoarthritis (OA). For those ...click here to read more