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19 Jun
The Best Non-Drug Treatments for Knee Arthritis
In a new study, knee braces, water therapy and exercise topped the list of effective, non-drug treatments for knee osteoarthritis.
16 Jun
Rheumatoid Arthritis On The Rise Worldwide
A new study finds rising rates of rheumatoid arthritis worldwide between 1990 and 2021. And researchers say the autoimmune disease is hitting more younger adults.
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A Small Change In Your Stride Can Ease Knee Arthritis Pain
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 13, 2025
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Slightly altering your stride while walking could considerably ease pain caused by wear-and-tear knee arthritis, a new study says.
Foot positioning...
Braces Top Best Therapies For Knee Arthritis
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- June 18, 2025
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Throbbing, swollen knees hobble many seniors, but there are many solid means of treating knee arthritis that don’t involve meds, a new evidence revie...
Common Diabetes Drug Effective Against Knee Arthritis Pain
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- May 2, 2025
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A common diabetes drug can be repurposed to help overweight and obese people with knee arthritis, a new study says.
Metformin reduced knee arthritis pain during a six-month treatment period,...
Death Risk Higher Among People With Arthritis And COPD
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- March 17, 2025
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Arthritis sufferers who also have COPD have a significantly higher risk of death than those without the chronic breathing disease, ...
Depression, Anxiety Common Among Chronic Pain Patients
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- March 17, 2025
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The blues and the jitters are very common among people battling chronic pain, a new evidence review says.
About 40% of adults with chronic pain have symptoms of depression or anxiety, researchers report in
Arthritis Sufferers Don't Get The Mental Health Support They Need, Study Says
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- February 19, 2025
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People with inflammatory arthritis run a substantially increased risk for mood disorders like depression and...
Can Exercise Ease Knee Pain? Here's What the Research Shows
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- January 9, 2025
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Movement is medicine, or so they tell people with knee osteoarthritis -- but are they right?
A recent evidence review calls into question just how ...
Too Much Acetaminophen Could Harm Seniors' Health
- HealthDay Reporter
- Robin Foster
- December 24, 2024
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New British research shows that too much of a good medication can be a bad thing.
In the study, repeated doses of paracetamol, known as acetaminophen (brand name Tylenol) in the United States, raised the risk of gastrointestinal, cardiovascular and kidney complications a...
Artery Procedure May Offer Surgery-Free Way to Ease Knee Arthritis
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- December 3, 2024
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Blocking blood flow to the site of knee arthritis can reduce pain and potentially prevent the need for knee replacement surgery, a new study says.
Th...
Chronic Joint Pain Plus Depression Can Take Toll on the Brain
- HealthDay Reporter
- Ernie Mundell
- November 21, 2024
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Having achy, painful joints isn't just a physical woe: Coupled with depression, it could also degrade an older person's brain function over time.
That's the conclusion of a study of almost 5,000 older Britons tracked for 12 years. People who had both chronic joint pain a...
Ozempic, Wegovy Could Help Ease Knee Arthritis Pain
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- November 1, 2024
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The GLP-1 drug semaglutide can help obese people manage debilitating knee arthritis, a new trial has found.
People who received weekly injections of semaglutide -- the active agent in the diabetes drug Ozempic and the weight-loss medication Wegovy -- had a nearly 14% dec...
Gene Therapy Might Tweak Fats, Help Prevent Arthritis in Overweight Kids
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- October 15, 2024
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Gene therapy could help obese kids avoid health problems associated with excess weight, including arthritis, a new, preliminary study in mice suggests.
The gene therapy prompts...
Are Antidepressants Being Overused to Treat Seniors' Pain?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Ernie Mundell
- September 20, 2024
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Doctors sometimes turn to antidepressants as a means of easing older people's physical pain, but a new expert review finds there's little evidence to support the practice.
Antidepressants may even come with hazards for seniors who don't need them, said researchers from t...
Arthritis Can Flare Up in Colder Weather: Tips to Easing the Pan
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- September 20, 2024
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An arthritis sufferer’s joints start to get ornery when the weather turns colder, getting stiff and achy as the mercury drops.
Cold weather doesn’t cause arthritis, but it can make it worse, experts say.
"Our joints operate best in temperate weather," s...
Sex Differences in Knee Arthritis Emerge as Early as Childhood
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- July 24, 2024
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The knee develops differently in men and women, with sex-specific distinctions in the joint appearing as early as childhood, a new study finds.
Taking these differences into account among girls could help prevent knee arthritis for women later in life, researchers say.
Average Hip, Knee Replacement Patient May Be Getting Younger
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- July 24, 2024
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Brent Ruch, a collegiate basketball center, opted to have his left knee replaced at age 35 after struggling with pain for years.
“Walking with a limp and living with a consistent aching pain was physically and emotionally difficult. I didn’t want ...
Is Mom's Fish Intake During Pregnancy Linked to Juvenile Arthritis?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- June 18, 2024
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Eating fish while pregnant doesn't appear to increase a child's later risk of juvenile arthritis, particularly if the fish is oily like salmon, trout or sardines, new research shows.
"We cannot caution pregnant women against consuming fish solely based on this study in r...
Pedal Power: Biking Could Help Prevent Knee Arthritis
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- May 15, 2024
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People who regularly ride bikes throughout their life are less likely to develop knee arthritis, a new study suggests.
Bicyclists are 17% less likely to have knee pain and 21% less likely to have symptoms of knee arthritis, compared to people who've never biked, research...
The Pros & Cons of Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- May 10, 2024
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Robot-assisted total knee replacements tend to have better outcomes on average, a new study reports.
Unfortunately, there's a downside"having a surgical robot assist a human surgeon can make the procedure much more costly.
Blood Test Might Predict Knee Osteoarthritis Years Early
- HealthDay Reporter
- Lori Saxena
- April 29, 2024
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A blood test could help doctors spot the signs of knee osteoarthritis at least eight years before it shows up on X-rays, a new study claims.
After analyzing the blood of 200 white British women, half diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis and half without, researchers discov...
Arthritis Can Often Follow ACL Surgeries in Young Adults
- HealthDay Reporter
- Ernie Mundell
- April 10, 2024
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Early-onset arthritis may hit as many as one in every four young people who undergo anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgeries, new research warns.
The arthritic pain emerges within 6 to 12 months post-surgery, according to Michigan State University (MSU) ...
Calcium Crystals in Knee Could Be Worsening Arthritis
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- March 1, 2024
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Once considered harmless by doctors, calcium crystal deposits in the knee joint actually can contribute to worsening arthritis, a new study warns.
CT scans have revealed that calcium crystals in the knee can promote joint damage, wearing away the cartilage that keeps bon...
Gradual Weight Loss Using Meds Helps Folks With Arthritis Live Longer
- HealthDay Reporter
- Ernie Mundell
- December 21, 2023
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Using a weight-loss medication to help you shed pounds gradually appears to help extend life for people with arthritis of the hips or knees, a new study finds.
However, folks with arthritis who dropped pounds very quickly showed no benefit in terms of survival, and even ...
Nonsurgical Treatment Works Well for Arthritic Thumbs
- HealthDay Reporter
- Cara Murez
- November 7, 2023
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Patients with osteoarthritis in their thumbs can get good long-term outcomes with orthotics and exercise therapy, and avoid surgery at the same time, new research shows.
"Our findings support nonsurgical treatment as the first treatment choice and suggest that treatment ...
Study Confirms Effectiveness of Newer Arthritis Meds
- HealthDay Reporter
- Amy Norton
- November 1, 2023
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Newer oral medications for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) do work quite well in the "real world," despite some doubts that they would, according to a new study.
The study, of 622 adults with RA, found that most were doing well on medications called JAK inhibitors, a relativel...
1 in 5 U.S. Adults Now Has Arthritis
- HealthDay Reporter
- Cara Murez
- October 17, 2023
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Arthritis is becoming a disease of the masses, striking 21% of U.S. adults, or over 53 million people, a new report shows.
"It's important first to point out that arthritis is a general term that includes over a hundred different chronic diseases that affect the joints a...
Using Meds to Manage Your Arthritis Pain: An Overview
- HealthDay Reporter
- Cara Murez
- September 19, 2023
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Millions of Americans suffer from arthritis, and many reach for medication to ease their joint pain and inflammation.
The options might seem overwhelming, though. Here, the Arthritis Foundation offers some suggestions for meds that can be purchased at a local drug store ...
Psoriatic Arthritis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
- HealthDay Reporter
- Miriam Jones Bradley, RN
- April 24, 2023
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Most people have heard of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. But for some, psoriatic arthritis is the new kid on the block. Here's what you need to know about psoriatic arthritis, including symptoms, types and treatments.
What is psoriatic arthritis?
Does Cracking Your Knuckles Cause Arthritis?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Mandi Harenberg
- April 20, 2023
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Have you heard the old wives' tale that knuckle cracking will enlarge your knuckles? What about the one that cracking your knuckles causes arthritis?
There are many beliefs about this common behavior, but it's time to debunk the myths about knuckle cracking.
Why do...
The Most Common Arthritis Symptoms You Should Know
- HealthDay Reporter
- Kirstie Ganobsik
- April 18, 2023
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Most people think of joint pain when they think of arthritis but, depending on the type of arthritis, other symptoms can crop up.
Here's how to spot some of the most common signs of different types of arthritis.
Arthritis can cause painful symptoms that make daily ...
What Are the Major Types of Arthritis?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Sue Benzuly, RN
- April 17, 2023
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Arthritis strikes millions of Americans, leaving them with aching, inflamed joints that make it hard to move around without pain.
It is the leading cause of disability and most common in women, but is it the same for everyone?
Absolutely not. There are over 100 dif...
Having Asthma, Eczema Might Raise Arthritis Risk
- HealthDay Reporter
- Denise Mann
- March 28, 2023
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If you're one of the millions of people with allergic asthma or eczema, you may be more likely to develop the wear-and-tear form of arthritis as you age.
Does Running Bring on Arthritic Knees?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Denise Mann
- March 7, 2023
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New research offers up some good news for diehard marathon runners: You don't necessarily have to give up running if you are experiencing hip or knee pain.
Contrary to widespread opinion, running marathons does not increase your risk for developing hip or knee osteoarthr...
Weather and Arthritis: Is There Really a Connection?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Cara Murez
- July 18, 2022
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It's long been conventional wisdom that weather makes arthritis pain worse.
The issue has been studied through the years, with conflicting findings. But three recent studies found weather does have some impact, said Dr. Robert Shmerling, writing for the
Injections of Your Own Fat Could Help Arthritic Hands
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- May 17, 2022
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Liposuction typically is used to flatten your stomach or shape up your booty, but a new study argues that it could also help people suffering from arthritis of the fingers.
Injections of body fat into aching, arthritic finger joints appear to produce significant and last...
People Are Now Living More Years in Good Health: Study
- HealthDay Reporter
- March 17, 2022
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Older adults may not only be living longer, but better as well, according to a new U.K. study.
Researchers found that since the 1990s, British adults age 65 and u...
Menopause May Mean More Sleep Apnea and Painful Joints
- HealthDay Reporter
- March 4, 2022
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Sleep apnea may be linked with joint pain and fatigue in postmenopausal women, a new study suggests.
"This study highlights an opportunity to increase identification of women with OSA [obstructive slee...
Rehab or Steroid Shots: What's Best for Arthritic Knees?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- January 28, 2022
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Physical therapy for knee arthritis tends to cost patients more out-of-pocket and involves a lot more hassle than a quick steroid shot to soothe an aching joint.
But in the long run, physical therapy is at least as cost-effective as steroid injections and is more likely ...
Newer Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Might Raise Heart, Cancer Risks
- HealthDay Reporter
- Amy Norton
- January 27, 2022
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Finding the right medication for rheumatoid arthritis isn't easy, and a newer pill against the disease carries higher risks of heart attack, stroke and cancer than older RA drugs, a new clinical trial confirms.
The study was mandated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administrat...
Arthritis & the COVID Vaccine: What You Need to Know
- HealthDay Reporter
- Robert Preidt
- January 21, 2022
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Some arthritis drugs may reduce the effectiveness of COVID vaccines, according to the Arthritis Foundation, which also offers advice on booster shots.
Research is limited, but evidence suggests that disease-modifying
FDA Approves Monoclonal Antibody to Treat Arthritis in Cats
- HealthDay Reporter
- Robert Preidt
- January 13, 2022
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Arthritis can keep a cat from doing many of the things that kitties love to do. But now there's hope: The first treatment to ease arthritis pain in cats has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Solensia (frunevetmab injection) is the first monoclonal a...
Four Factors in Midlife Predict a Healthy Old Age for Women
- HealthDay Reporter
- Cara Murez
- January 11, 2022
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Examining a woman's health in midlife can predict her health decades later, researchers say.
Four specific factors -- higher body mass index (BMI), smoking, arthritis and depressive symptoms -- at age 55 are associated with clinically important declines in physical healt...
Are Cortisone Injections Good or Bad for Arthritic Knees?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- December 21, 2021
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Cortisone injections have gotten a bad rap in recent years as a treatment for arthritis pain, because steroids are known to damage cartilage and could potentially cause the joint to further deteriorate.
But a new study suggests that if used wisely, cortisone shots are as...
Many Home Health Care Workers in Poor Health Themselves
- HealthDay Reporter
- Robert Preidt
- December 13, 2021
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They take care of others, but many U.S. home health care workers say they're not in good shape themselves, a new study finds.
Researchers analyzed self-reported data collected from nearly 3,000 home health care workers in 38 states between 2014 and 2018 and found that mo...
Jog on: Exercise Won't Raise Your Odds for Arthritic Knees
- HealthDay Reporter
- Dennis Thompson
- November 10, 2021
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Dr. Kim Huffman, an avid runner, gets a fair amount of guff from friends about the impact that her favorite exercise has on her body.
"People all the time tell me, 'Oh, you wait until you're 60. Your knees are going to hate you for it'," Huffman said. "And I'm like, 'Tha...
One-Third of Americans With Arthritis Get No Exercise
- HealthDay Reporter
- Steven Reinberg
- October 14, 2021
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Many American arthritis sufferers aren't getting any exercise despite its benefits for reducing pain and improving their quality of life, new research shows.
Sixty-seven percent of U.S. adults with arthritis engaged in physical activity in the past month, most often walk...
Could Nose Cartilage Help Repair Worn-Out Knees?
- HealthDay Reporter
- Amy Norton
- September 2, 2021
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When people have knee arthritis, cartilage cushioning the joint progressively breaks down. Now an early study hints at a possible solution: replacing it with cartilage from the nose.
Researchers tested the approach in just two patients with knee arthritis, and said much ...