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Oct 29th, 2009
An omega-3 fatty acid called DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) found in fish oil can help relieve symptoms associated with inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, and now scientists say they know why.
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Oct 29th, 2009
Regular practice of Tai Chi can help elderly individuals who have knee osteoarthritis to experience better physical function and less pain, according to researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine. Tai Chi may also help patients with osteoarthritis enjoy an improvement in mood and overall health.
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Oct 21st, 2009
CDC says get a flu shot if you have inflammatory arthritis or rheumatic disease. Flu.gov lists the following conditions as having a higher risk of flu-related complications such as pneumonia. These conditions weaken the immune system and are more susceptible to the virus.
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Oct 16th, 2009
Alternative treatments for arthritis, including copper bracelets and magnetic wrist straps do not relieve arthritis symptoms, according to researchers at the University of York. This study is the first randomized, placebo-controlled attempt to evaluate the use of both copper bracelets and magnetic wrist straps for controlling pain in osteoarthritis.
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Sep 4th, 2009
Gout is a disabling form of arthritis. The goal of managing gout is to decrease levels of uric acid in the bloodstream, measureable with a blood test. Repeated flare ups of gout can lead to disability and destroy quality of life.
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Aug 31st, 2009
Knee osteoarthritis is a leading cause of disability in the United States and affects more than 10 million Americans. Both increased age and increased obesity are risk factors for the condition.
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Aug 28th, 2009
Women who keep their leg muscles strong with exercise can help prevent stiffness and pain from osteoarthritis. Strong quadriceps muscles have been found to provide protection for women from the pain of osteoarthritis. Exercising leg muscles that especially target the thighs can provide long term benefits for managing pain.
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Jul 17th, 2009
Researchers are testing a novel regimen of hip-muscle exercises to decrease the load on the knee joints in patients with osteoarthritis.
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Jul 1st, 2009
Studies supported by the National Institutes of Health may bridge the gap between rheumatologists and hand surgeons as they work toward the common goal of improving the quality of life for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Jun 30th, 2009
Scientists have discovered gene expression differences that could lead to better ways to classify, predict outcome, and treat juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).