Posts Tagged ‘osteoarthritis’
Mind game eases pain of arthritis
U. NOTTINGHAM (UK) — Arthritis pain can be significantly reduced—and in some cases even temporarily eliminated—by an illusion. Continue…
Friday, April 15, 2011 8:34 - 2 Comments
Health & Medicine - Jan 20, 2011 13:51 - 2 Comments
To walk faster, keep achy knees active
NORTHWESTERN (US) — Pain and stiffness in the knees caused by arthritis can make crossing a busy street daunting, but a new study shows physical activity improves walking speed. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Sep 14, 2010 14:03 - 0 Comments
Arthritis med’s link to heart attacks revealed
UC DAVIS (US)—Scientists have discovered a novel mechanism that explains why long-term, high-dosage use of the well-known arthritis pain medication, Vioxx, has led to heart attacks and strokes. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Aug 30, 2010 11:11 - 1 Comment
Sodium MRI gives arthritis an early look
NYU (US)—An innovative way to look at the development of osteoarthritis in the knee joint relies on the examination of sodium ions in cartilage. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Jul 29, 2010 12:42 - 0 Comments
The downside of high heels
IOWA STATE (US)—Stilettos, wedges, and pumps may be fashionable, but prolonged wearing of and walking in high heels can contribute to joint degeneration and knee osteoarthritis, a new study suggests. (more…)
