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Updated guideline introduces new recommendations for use of medications around total hip and knee replacement

Updated guideline introduces new recommendations for use of medications around total hip and knee replacement

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) released a summary of their up

Updated guideline introduces new recommendations for use of medications around total hip and knee replacement

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainThe American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) released a summary of their up
Reducing corticosteroid use in rheumatoid arthritis

Reducing corticosteroid use in rheumatoid arthritis

by Charité - Universitätsmedizin BerlinCredit: CC0 Public DomainIs the long-term use of glucocorticoids essential in people with chronic inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, or can

Reducing corticosteroid use in rheumatoid arthritis

by Charité - Universitätsmedizin BerlinCredit: CC0 Public DomainIs the long-term use of glucocorticoids essential in people with chronic inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, or can
Alkaptonuria: New hope for treatment of rare genetic disease

Alkaptonuria: New hope for treatment of rare genetic disease

by University of Liverpool(Medical Xpress)—Scientists at the University of Liverpool have found that a drug treatment administered at the earliest signs of a rare genetic disease could prevent th

Alkaptonuria: New hope for treatment of rare genetic disease

by University of Liverpool(Medical Xpress)—Scientists at the University of Liverpool have found that a drug treatment administered at the earliest signs of a rare genetic disease could prevent th
The Exoneration of Erriyon Knighton: A Case Study in Anti-Doping Controversies

The Exoneration of Erriyon Knighton: A Case Study in Anti-Doping Controversies

Knighton's absence from the competitive circuit this spring sparked widespread speculation, which was finally put to rest with the revelation of a positive test for the banned anabolic steroid trenbolone.

The Exoneration of Erriyon Knighton: A Case Study in Anti-Doping Controversies

Knighton's absence from the competitive circuit this spring sparked widespread speculation, which was finally put to rest with the revelation of a positive test for the banned anabolic steroid trenbolone.
Alternate type of surgery may prevent total knee replacement

Alternate type of surgery may prevent total knee replacement

by Canadian Medical Association JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn underused type of knee surgery in younger patients, called high tibial osteotomy, shows considerable success in reducing the nee

Alternate type of surgery may prevent total knee replacement

by Canadian Medical Association JournalCredit: CC0 Public DomainAn underused type of knee surgery in younger patients, called high tibial osteotomy, shows considerable success in reducing the nee
Study finds that a dash of exercise can help students focus and enjoy university lectures

Study finds that a dash of exercise can help students focus and enjoy university lectures

by Jeff Grabmeier,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA university professor has found a way to help students—and himself—power through long lecture classes: exercise brea

Study finds that a dash of exercise can help students focus and enjoy university lectures

by Jeff Grabmeier,The Ohio State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA university professor has found a way to help students—and himself—power through long lecture classes: exercise brea
Hyaluronic acid injections have increased for knee arthritis—despite recommendations against their use

Hyaluronic acid injections have increased for knee arthritis—despite recommendations against their use

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor Medicare beneficiaries with knee osteoarthritis, the use of hyaluronic acid (HA) injections has increased in recent years, despite clinical gu

Hyaluronic acid injections have increased for knee arthritis—despite recommendations against their use

by Wolters Kluwer HealthCredit: CC0 Public DomainFor Medicare beneficiaries with knee osteoarthritis, the use of hyaluronic acid (HA) injections has increased in recent years, despite clinical gu
Gout linked to increased hip fracture risk in women

Gout linked to increased hip fracture risk in women

(HealthDay)—For women, a history of gout is associated with increased risk of hip fracture, according to a study published online Jan. 28 inArthritis & Rheumatology.Julie M. Paik, M.D., M.P.

Gout linked to increased hip fracture risk in women

(HealthDay)—For women, a history of gout is associated with increased risk of hip fracture, according to a study published online Jan. 28 inArthritis & Rheumatology.Julie M. Paik, M.D., M.P.
Extra pounds could bring more painful joints

Extra pounds could bring more painful joints

(HealthDay)—Carrying excess pounds can be painful, literally. A new study finds that being overweight or obese ups the risk of pain in people with musculoskeletal disorders."Pain, osteoarthritis

Extra pounds could bring more painful joints

(HealthDay)—Carrying excess pounds can be painful, literally. A new study finds that being overweight or obese ups the risk of pain in people with musculoskeletal disorders."Pain, osteoarthritis
Effects of Spina Bifida in Children and Adults

Effects of Spina Bifida in Children and Adults

Effects of Spina Bifida in Children and AdultsByKristen Gasnick, PT, DPTPublished on July 05, 2023Medically reviewed byJonathan B. Jassey, DOSpina bifida is a congenital condit

Effects of Spina Bifida in Children and Adults

Effects of Spina Bifida in Children and AdultsByKristen Gasnick, PT, DPTPublished on July 05, 2023Medically reviewed byJonathan B. Jassey, DOSpina bifida is a congenital condit
A widespread practice among athletes harms both performance and health, says study

A widespread practice among athletes harms both performance and health, says study

byUniversity of CopenhagenGraphical abstract. Credit:Redox Biology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2024.103250Whether selected to swim, row or run in the Olympics, or gearing up to ride

A widespread practice among athletes harms both performance and health, says study

byUniversity of CopenhagenGraphical abstract. Credit:Redox Biology(2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2024.103250Whether selected to swim, row or run in the Olympics, or gearing up to ride