Category Archives: Joint Health

Short, brisk walks help to reduce knee osteoarthritis-related disability. Osteoarthritis is a common form of arthritis and is most commonly experienced in the knees. Osteoarthritis is often referred to as a wear-and-tear type of arthritis because cartilage which is found in between joints wears away through repetitive use. Once this cartilage wears away, it cannot ...click here to read more

Inflammation is a necessary reaction from the body to protect it from injury. But when it’s chronic, it can lead to health problems, particularly joint pain. The foods we eat can contribute to or manage inflammation. Generally, healthy foods help reduce inflammation while unhealthy foods promote it. But did you know that there are some ...click here to read more

We use our hands to do just about everything, so when they start to hurt, it can be a cause of concern. One of the most common causes of hand pain is repetitive strains, meaning that you make repetitive motions and movements with your hands. This can affect the muscles, tendons, and nerves in the ...click here to read more

You probably know that icing sore joints can help reduce inflammation and ease pain. Cryotherapy is similar to that, except that the temperature is far colder than a simple ice pack. But could you handle the extremely low temperature if it would relieve your joint pain? Many famous athletes already use cryotherapy. You stand upright ...click here to read more

Quitting smoking may help reduce your risk of rheumatoid arthritis. It has long been known that smoking is a key risk factor not only for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but for other inflammatory diseases as well. Researchers wanted to determine if quitting smoking would help reduce one’s risk of RA. Corresponding author Jeffrey Sparks explained, “Ours ...click here to read more

Muscle and joint pain can hinder your exercise efforts. That soreness you feel after an intense workout can prevent future workouts from being as effective, which can stop you from reaching your fitness goals. There are some tips you can utilize to reduce recovery time and optimize future workouts, and by employing these tips, you ...click here to read more

When you think of Crohn’s disease, you may think of the digestive system and abdominal discomfort. Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The immune system wrongfully attacks the intestines and the lower digestive tract, causing inflammation, diarrhea, abdominal pain and cramping, unintended weight loss, and bloody stool. But few people know ...click here to read more

Intensive yoga practice in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients may help lower disease symptoms and depression. Researchers found that improvements were seen in certain patients’ inflammatory biomarkers along with an assessment of functional status and disease activity. The researchers suggest that yoga has promotive, preventative, curative, and rehabilitative potential in improving health. Lead investigator of the ...click here to read more

Jaw exercises and warm compresses are beneficial for temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). Common treatments for TMJ involve oral splints and braces, but many patients find more significant relief from jaw exercises and warm compresses along with these treatments being less painful and awkward. The recent study looked at self-care treatments for TMJ and facial pain. ...click here to read more

Wintertime is not many people’s favorite time of the year. It’s cold, dark, and snow, slush, and ice make it difficult to get around. On top of the weather, the winter months bring with them another risk – illness. It’s no surprise that more people seem to be out of the office during this time. ...click here to read more

Although it’s convenient to reach for painkillers when your joints hurt, they are linked with harmful side effects. There is a safer way to achieve relief from joint pain, and it involves physical therapy. Researchers suggest that early physical therapy intervention to treat common pain in the shoulder, back, or knees reduce the need for ...click here to read more

Previous research has found conflicting results about whether gout increases a person’s risk for developing dementia. For this reason, a group of researchers aimed to clarify these findings by performing a cohort analysis. The researchers used data collected through Medicare claims to identify participants with gout. Of the 1.71 million participants, 111,656 were diagnosed with ...click here to read more

Research studies suggest that patients who experience arthritis pain may benefit greatly from massages. The participants in the study underwent weekly, whole-body massages for two months and not only experienced improvements in pain, but also mobility. Medications are often recommended to ease symptoms of arthritis, but many patients experience adverse effects. The recent study allows ...click here to read more

Gout is a common form of arthritis, most often affecting the joints in the hands and feet, caused by a build-up of uric acid crystals, which results in inflammation and pain in these joints. It is believed to affect nearly 3 percent of all adults. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is also thought to affect a ...click here to read more