Category Archives: Bone Health

When astronauts are in space, they are weightless. Gravity disappears, and they float around their spacecraft. It sounds fun, but it isn’t great for their bones. Unloading your bones (taking stress off them) comes with consequences. Their bones become thinner, and their immune system gets weaker. This can happen to sedentary individuals on earth too. ...click here to read more

There is no single cause or treatment for knee pain. In fact, the only constants might be that regardless of the reason, it hurts and severely limits mobility and quality of life. Sometimes an old injury can flare-up. Other times, it’s arthritis. Sometimes it can be a poor choice of footwear. Whatever is causing your ...click here to read more

You may have been working from home for the past year. And although you might miss certain offerings of the office, working from home certainly has its perks. But it doesn’t come with a free ergonomic chair. For many, the home office is set up at the kitchen table, counter, or sofa. None of that ...click here to read more

A new study has found a link between a vegan diet and poor bone health. As the vegan diet has seen a steady increase in trend, how this type of diet affects health is becoming the subject of many scientific studies, including this new research from the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR). For ...click here to read more

Better sleep could mean better bones, so it might be time to add a lower risk of osteoporosis to the long list of sleep benefits. Stronger bones join such benefits as a lower risk for heart disease, better cognitive function, a stronger immune system, and more as a byproduct of better sleep. Research has found ...click here to read more

So, you’re concerned about muscle loss but don’t have the space for a home gym. And heading to the community center or local gym during the pandemic? Forget about it. But don’t forget about your muscles. Just because it seems like you’re out of options doesn’t mean you are. There is a lot of muscle-strengthening ...click here to read more

Whether you’ve spent decades typing, hammering nails, or filing, your hands are likely feeling it. The numerous joints in your hands are intricate and have been subject to plenty of abuse over the years. Joint stiffness or pain in the hands can come from several sources. Sometimes it can be wear-and-tear. Sometimes they may cramp ...click here to read more

Taking steps to manage joint pain can feel like a full-time job. Even when you’re active in your garden or out for a walk, pain can strike the next day and cause you to question if these “lifestyle” remedies are worthwhile. They are. But sometimes, you might need a little more to help silence joint ...click here to read more

You might think you’re doing the most for your bones if you’re getting enough calcium and vitamin D. And while it’s a great start, there is still a lot more to do. Nutrition helps feed bones and prevent bone loss. But even strong bones can break. That’s why working on balance is one of the ...click here to read more

People have been walking more since the pandemic hit. Anecdotally, I’ve seen a lot more people strolling the streets of my neighborhood since March. The stats support upticks in activity too. Exercise can be great for strong bones, particularly for people at risk of osteoporosis. But activity can be a double-edged sword. While it can ...click here to read more

Millions of Americans suffer from arthritic knees, but a new exercise program claims that it can help relieve the pain. Researchers put this new program to the test to find out if the claims are valid. The STEP-KOA program (short for stepped exercise program for patients with knee osteoarthritis) starts with gentle exercises at home ...click here to read more

It’s easy to think that health is all about your heart and mind. But there’s a lot more you need to think about, although some of it doesn’t get the shine it deserves. Take your muscles and bones, for example. If they got half of the attention your heart gets, you’d be far less likely ...click here to read more

Chronic pain caused by arthritis can be debilitating for many people. But, by talking to a doctor about the symptoms, you may be able to find some relief. By discussing the pain and putting symptoms into words, a physician can help with the treatment for the exact pain you may be experiencing. Many people find ...click here to read more

Yes, you can really feel the cold in your bones, especially if you have arthritis or other bone or joint issues. It’s not just a saying. The biting cold can affect your joints in several ways. Cool air can cause ligaments, tendons, and other connective tissue to tighten and become stiff and achy. And if ...click here to read more