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Steroid injections worsen knee arthritis, according to two new studies

Steroid injections worsen knee arthritis, according to two new studies

by Radiological Society of North AmericaKnee joint of a patient showing (A) severe cartilage defects and (B) intact knee joint. Credit: RSNA and Upasana Upadhyay Bharadwaj, M.D.Two studies compar

Steroid injections worsen knee arthritis, according to two new studies

by Radiological Society of North AmericaKnee joint of a patient showing (A) severe cartilage defects and (B) intact knee joint. Credit: RSNA and Upasana Upadhyay Bharadwaj, M.D.Two studies compar
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.
Improved MRI scans could aid in development of arthritis treatments

Improved MRI scans could aid in development of arthritis treatments

by University of CambridgeThe thickness of the cartilage covering the end of each bone is colour-coded, with red areas denoting thinner cartilage and green-blue areas denoting thicker cartilage.

Improved MRI scans could aid in development of arthritis treatments

by University of CambridgeThe thickness of the cartilage covering the end of each bone is colour-coded, with red areas denoting thinner cartilage and green-blue areas denoting thicker cartilage.
Presence of specific lipids indicate tissue aging and can be decreased through exercise, study shows

Presence of specific lipids indicate tissue aging and can be decreased through exercise, study shows

byAmsterdam University Medical CentersCredit: CC0 Public DomainScientists have discovered that a type of fat accumulates as tissue ages and that this accumulation can be reversed through exercis

Presence of specific lipids indicate tissue aging and can be decreased through exercise, study shows

byAmsterdam University Medical CentersCredit: CC0 Public DomainScientists have discovered that a type of fat accumulates as tissue ages and that this accumulation can be reversed through exercis
AI chatbots have a potentially useful role to play in idea generation

AI chatbots have a potentially useful role to play in idea generation

byUniversity of Technology, SydneyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a paper published in theJournal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, UTS Graduate School of Health Senior Lectu

AI chatbots have a potentially useful role to play in idea generation

byUniversity of Technology, SydneyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIn a paper published in theJournal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, UTS Graduate School of Health Senior Lectu
'Stepped' approach to exercise can help with arthritic knees

'Stepped' approach to exercise can help with arthritic knees

by Steven Reinberg Healthday Reporter(HealthDay)—Millions of Americans suffer from the pain of arthritic knees. But an innovative exercise regimen may help relieve discomfort and improve knee function

'Stepped' approach to exercise can help with arthritic knees

by Steven Reinberg Healthday Reporter(HealthDay)—Millions of Americans suffer from the pain of arthritic knees. But an innovative exercise regimen may help relieve discomfort and improve knee function
AAOS: sports-related orthopedic injuries in seniors projected to grow 123 percent by 2040

AAOS: sports-related orthopedic injuries in seniors projected to grow 123 percent by 2040

by Lori SolomonSports-related injuries among older adults are expected to increase 123 percent between 2021 and 2040, according to a study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Academy

AAOS: sports-related orthopedic injuries in seniors projected to grow 123 percent by 2040

by Lori SolomonSports-related injuries among older adults are expected to increase 123 percent between 2021 and 2040, according to a study presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Academy
Do antidepressants help chronic back pain and osteoarthritis?

Do antidepressants help chronic back pain and osteoarthritis?

by University of SydneyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAntidepressants are commonly used worldwide to treat pain, however new research from the University of Sydney shows they offer little to n

Do antidepressants help chronic back pain and osteoarthritis?

by University of SydneyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAntidepressants are commonly used worldwide to treat pain, however new research from the University of Sydney shows they offer little to n
Viral Arthritis Characteristics and Diagnosis

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and Diagnosis

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and DiagnosisByCarol EusticeUpdated on December 01, 2022Medically reviewed byAnita C. Chandrasekaran, MDViral arthritis is an acute form of arth

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and Diagnosis

Viral Arthritis Characteristics and DiagnosisByCarol EusticeUpdated on December 01, 2022Medically reviewed byAnita C. Chandrasekaran, MDViral arthritis is an acute form of arth
Paracetamol 'not clinically effective' in treating osteoarthritis pain or improving physical function

Paracetamol 'not clinically effective' in treating osteoarthritis pain or improving physical function

by LancetTylenol 500 mg capsules. Credit: WikipediaIn a large-scale analysis of pain-relief medication for osteoarthritis, researchers found that paracetamol does not meet the minimum standard of

Paracetamol 'not clinically effective' in treating osteoarthritis pain or improving physical function

by LancetTylenol 500 mg capsules. Credit: WikipediaIn a large-scale analysis of pain-relief medication for osteoarthritis, researchers found that paracetamol does not meet the minimum standard of
Infection rates in psoriatic arthritis patients on biologics have decreased, according to national data

Infection rates in psoriatic arthritis patients on biologics have decreased, according to national data

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research presented this week at ACR Convergence, the American College of Rheumatology's annual meeting, shows significant decre

Infection rates in psoriatic arthritis patients on biologics have decreased, according to national data

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research presented this week at ACR Convergence, the American College of Rheumatology's annual meeting, shows significant decre
Risk factors ID'd for revision of total hip replacement

Risk factors ID'd for revision of total hip replacement

Younger, taller, and heavier patients who undergo primary total hip replacement are at a greater risk of needing a revision surgery, according to research published in the December issue ofArthr

Risk factors ID'd for revision of total hip replacement

Younger, taller, and heavier patients who undergo primary total hip replacement are at a greater risk of needing a revision surgery, according to research published in the December issue ofArthr