Category Archives: Joint Health

Can you throw your hands up in the air and wave them like you don’t care? Or do you have tight, sore shoulders? Your shoulders might not seem like much, but they are the body’s most complicated joint. In addition to being very high-use, shoulders have a lot of connective tissue and moving parts, making ...click here to read more

I’m sure you heard all about it a few years ago: sugar taxes and bans were the talk of the country. A new study is showing just how well it worked. It appears that when people don’t have easy access to sugary drinks like sodas, fruit punch, and energy drinks, they don’t miss them—and it ...click here to read more

Could you use the weekly weather forecast to manage pain? A new study suggests you can. Researchers at the University of Manchester in the UK found that pain was enhanced on humid, windy, or cold days. All of the participants suffered from some sort of chronic pain condition. The revelation may prove to be a ...click here to read more

For those of you who like to get down and dirty in the tub, this one is for you. New research is indicating that mud or salt baths may help reduce joint pain, improve mobility, and quality of life among people over age 60. The results provide another option to support your current efforts to ...click here to read more

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