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  • Eight Foods That Are Kind To Arthritic Joints

    Eight Foods That Are Kind To Arthritic Joints

    Arthritis causes joints to become swollen and inflamed. Nutrition alone is not a cure-all, but a diet that includes these eight anti-inflammatory foods can help manage inflammation and reduce swelling in arthritic joints. Delicious foods are one of life’s pleasures. So is the range of motion and active lifestyle that comes with flexible, healthy joints.…

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  • Workplace Tricks To Ease Arthritic Joints

    Workplace Tricks To Ease Arthritic Joints

    Less than ergonomic conditions can compound joint stress for workers with arthritic joints. We have some arthritis tips to improve comfort on the job.

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  • The Link Between Weight And Orthopedic Risks

    The Link Between Weight And Orthopedic Risks

    Excess weight contributes to a number of serious health problems. A new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons explores the impact of obesity on orthopedic health. Maintaining your weight through a healthy diet and sensible exercise program is one of the most valuable preventative steps you can take to…

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  • New Research Supports Pre-Surgical Therapy For Joint Replacements

    New Research Supports Pre-Surgical Therapy For Joint Replacements

    Physical therapy is standard care after a total hip or knee replacement, but is there an advantage to working with a physical therapist before your joint replacement? New research weighs in; finding that therapy before surgery can significantly reduce the need for and cost of postoperative care. There are about 50 million adults with physician-diagnosed…

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  • The Right Diet Can Help Manage Osteoarthritis

    The Right Diet Can Help Manage Osteoarthritis

    There are 27 million Americans with osteoarthritis, a joint disease caused by wear and tear associated with aging, injury, or obesity. We explain how you can use your diet to help manage this disease and improve your quality of life. Joint health is one of the unsung heroes of quality of life. We sometimes don’t…

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  • Diagnosis and Treatment Of Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Diagnosis and Treatment Of Rheumatoid Arthritis

    If you suspect that you may have symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, we explain what you can expect when you consult with your physician, and discuss available treatment options. Painful, swollen joints could be a sign of rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease affecting approximately three times as many women as men. Early diagnosis is important to…

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  • Symptoms Of Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Symptoms Of Rheumatoid Arthritis

    The risks of rheumatoid arthritis can include reduced fertility for women and coronary artery disease, as well as permanent joint damage. We review the symptoms that should alert you to consult with your physician. Although there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, early diagnosis is important. Left unchecked, inflamed cells in the diseased joint release…

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  • Women And Rheumatoid Arthritis: Know Your Risk Factors

    Women And Rheumatoid Arthritis: Know Your Risk Factors

    Approximately one and a half million Americans have rheumatoid arthritis, and 75 percent of them are women. We explain the risk factors, and the role of gender in this chronic condition. Most people perceive arthritis as a general painful condition affecting various joints in the body. In fact, there are more than 100 types of…

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  • How Serious Is Your Knee Symptom?

    How Serious Is Your Knee Symptom?

    Our knees buffer us as we pursue the activities of day-to-day life. Over time, wear and tear can take a toll on knee function. We review common knee symptoms, and explain the potential causes for each problem. Our knees serve us faithfully for years. Then, suddenly we notice a popping sound when we straighten up,…

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