Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis and joint pain may be reduced with new 3D-printed cartilage, according to research. Associate professor Ibrahim T. Ozbolat said, “Our goal is to create tissue that can be used to replace large amounts of worn-out tissue or design patches. Those who have osteoarthritis in their joints suffer a lot. We need a new alternative ...click here to read more

Psoriatic arthritis and osteoarthritis can both affect small joints and can easily be mistaken for each other, but they are two different conditions that require separate treatments. Osteoarthritis is a wearing away of cartilage, usually associated with aging. Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory condition in which the joints become inflamed and damaged. There can be ...click here to read more

Osteoarthritis pain can be relieved with weight loss in older adults, and diet and exercise are essential for successful pain management. The previous study suggested that losing just 10 percent of your body weight is enough to get relief from pain associated with osteoarthritis. This 10 percent weight loss is achievable through diet and exercise. ...click here to read more

A small study has found that knee injections of stem cells can be an effective treatment for painful knee arthritis. The treatment involves extracting stem cells from the patient’s own body fat and injecting into the knee. These stem cells are known to be able to perform a multitude of regenerative functions. Dr. Anthony Atala, ...click here to read more

Tylenol (acetaminophen) is not effective for osteoarthritis relief. A study showed that Tylenol did perform slightly better than the placebo, but the researchers suggest that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or diclofenac are better treatment options for osteoarthritis pain and function than Tylenol. Lead researcher Dr. Sven Trelle said, “Regardless of ...click here to read more

Rheumatologists are likely to underestimate the impact of osteoarthritis compared to rheumatoid arthritis even though the severity of the conditions can be similar. This is according to a study presented to the Annual Congress of the European League Against Rheumatism. The authors of the study point out that underestimating the impact of a disease can ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis drug can prevent post-traumatic osteoarthritis by reducing inflammation. The researchers used mice models of a knee fracture to study post-traumatic inflammation and the onset of osteoarthritis. The researchers found that a rheumatoid arthritis drug injected into the knee fracture lessened inflammation and arthritis. This was the first successful intervention to limit the development ...click here to read more

Osteoarthritis risk increases with uric acid levels in joints. The researchers found the amount of uric acid found in-between one’s joints could shed light on the likelihood of developing severe osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a debilitating disease and there is currently no mode of treatment to slow down its progression. Senior author of the study Virginia ...click here to read more

Knee osteoarthritis, the leading cause of pain and disability for seniors, is a condition in which the cartilage between the bones – the cushion – slowly wears away, allowing the bones to rub together. There is currently no cure for knee osteoarthritis, but there are medications and therapeutic techniques that can help you gain your ...click here to read more

Knee osteoarthritis pain relief with placebo has been found to be more effective than painkillers like acetaminophen, suggests study. You probably stick to the usual remedy of taking a pain reliever with acetaminophen, the over-the-counter drug that’s often an alternative to aspirin. It can take hours to kick in and doesn’t last very long. So ...click here to read more

The ancient practice of tai chi has been found to offer benefits and improvements in patients with knee osteoarthritis when anti-inflammatory and physical therapies fail. Not only did tai chi benefit knee osteoarthritis, but it was found to improve well-being as well. Tai chi was found to be particularly beneficial for patients who are overweight ...click here to read more

May is Arthritis Awareness Month, so we have compiled a list of articles discussing rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and arthritis knee pain. Arthritis is an umbrella term that refers to a condition with the presence of inflammation. Joint pain, swelling, and limited mobility are major characteristics across the board in many different types ...click here to read more

This week’s health news roundup includes stories regarding multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, Lyme disease, and osteoarthritis. We discussed new treatment methods for multiple sclerosis, potential treatments for Lyme disease, exercise options to benefit fibromyalgia, and the signs and symptoms to keep in mind to spot a stroke. If you missed any of these top-ranking ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are just two of the many different types of arthritis. Although there are many commonalities between these conditions – joint pain being a large one – there are important differences between the two that can aid in determining a proper treatment. Here are some key points you need to understand. Rheumatoid ...click here to read more