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Antidepressants have small benefit for pain, function in osteoarthritis

Antidepressants have small benefit for pain, function in osteoarthritis

by Elana GotkineAntidepressants lead to a small, but clinically unimportant, improvement in pain and function in patients with osteoarthritis, according to a review published online Oct. 21 in the&nbs

Antidepressants have small benefit for pain, function in osteoarthritis

by Elana GotkineAntidepressants lead to a small, but clinically unimportant, improvement in pain and function in patients with osteoarthritis, according to a review published online Oct. 21 in the&nbs
What Causes Scoliosis?

What Causes Scoliosis?

What Causes Scoliosis?A Closer Look at the Underlying Pathology in Children and AdultsByHeather JonesPublished on August 31, 2023Medically reviewed byJosephine Hessert, DOScoli

What Causes Scoliosis?

What Causes Scoliosis?A Closer Look at the Underlying Pathology in Children and AdultsByHeather JonesPublished on August 31, 2023Medically reviewed byJosephine Hessert, DOScoli
Why don't we stick to home physiotherapy exercises?

Why don't we stick to home physiotherapy exercises?

by Ben-Gurion University of the NegevCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe lack of persistence in home physiotherapy exercises is a well-known problem hindering the effectiveness of treatment. It

Why don't we stick to home physiotherapy exercises?

by Ben-Gurion University of the NegevCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe lack of persistence in home physiotherapy exercises is a well-known problem hindering the effectiveness of treatment. It
Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

byThe University of Hong KongCurrently, the treatment options for AIS are limited to bracing and invasive surgery once the condition has developed. The X-ray photos depict an AIS patient before

Researchers uncover key genetic clue in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

byThe University of Hong KongCurrently, the treatment options for AIS are limited to bracing and invasive surgery once the condition has developed. The X-ray photos depict an AIS patient before
Diet and exercise intervention better for pain in knee osteoarthritis

Diet and exercise intervention better for pain in knee osteoarthritis

by Elana GotkineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFor overweight or obese patients with knee osteoarthritis, diet and exercise result in a small but statistically significant difference in knee pain ov

Diet and exercise intervention better for pain in knee osteoarthritis

by Elana GotkineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainFor overweight or obese patients with knee osteoarthritis, diet and exercise result in a small but statistically significant difference in knee pain ov
When to see someone for your neck or back pain

When to see someone for your neck or back pain

by University of Colorado at BoulderCredit: centro güelAfter extended periods of research and computer work, you may be no stranger to neck and back pain. The daily wear and tear of graduate stud

When to see someone for your neck or back pain

by University of Colorado at BoulderCredit: centro güelAfter extended periods of research and computer work, you may be no stranger to neck and back pain. The daily wear and tear of graduate stud
Can a good night's sleep protect collision sport athletes against concussion?

Can a good night's sleep protect collision sport athletes against concussion?

byDeakin UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAustralians love collision sports, whether it's Aussie Rules, Rugby League or Rugby Union.Yet the adrenaline rush on the field may mask a

Can a good night's sleep protect collision sport athletes against concussion?

byDeakin UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAustralians love collision sports, whether it's Aussie Rules, Rugby League or Rugby Union.Yet the adrenaline rush on the field may mask a
Caterpillars could hold the secret to new treatment for osteoarthritis

Caterpillars could hold the secret to new treatment for osteoarthritis

by Jane Icke,University of NottinghamCredit: CC0 Public DomainA substance from a fungus that infects caterpillars could offer new treatment hope for sufferers of osteoarthritis according to new

Caterpillars could hold the secret to new treatment for osteoarthritis

by Jane Icke,University of NottinghamCredit: CC0 Public DomainA substance from a fungus that infects caterpillars could offer new treatment hope for sufferers of osteoarthritis according to new
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
What Is Spinal Cancer?

What Is Spinal Cancer?

What Is Spinal Cancer?ByLindsay CurtisUpdated on November 30, 2023Medically reviewed byArchana Sharma, DOSpinal cancer involves abnormal cell growth found in the tissues that m

What Is Spinal Cancer?

What Is Spinal Cancer?ByLindsay CurtisUpdated on November 30, 2023Medically reviewed byArchana Sharma, DOSpinal cancer involves abnormal cell growth found in the tissues that m