Posts Tagged ‘Arthritis’
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Thursday, February 2nd, 2012
 Falls and fractures are common among the elderly: of people over 65, 30% will have them each year. For those over 80, up to an amazing 50% will suffer a fall or fracture. Thus, these are extremely prevalent problems. If you keep your nutrient levels up, you could shield yourself from this issue.
Moreover, the annual costs from fall-related injuries in the U.S. in the elderly will increase from $20.3 billion in 1994 to approximately $32.4 billion by 2020. Risk factors for falls in the elderly include: muscle weakness; past history of falls; use of … Read More
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2012
 Osteoarthritis of the hip happens when the cartilage in your hip joint breaks down. Cartilage is a protein that acts as a cushion between the moving bones of your joint. When this cushion wears down and is slowly lost, pain is the result. Your hip joint now has to do its job without any cushioning material in its moving parts.
Joint pain in the hip can really affect your ability to be mobile. How does the condition start? Medical experts say it is mostly a result of natural aging of the joint. When you age, … Read More
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Wednesday, December 14th, 2011
 If you’re part of the growing tide of people who are experiencing joint pain and stiffness, like with osteoarthritis, you’ll want to read further to find out about three natural remedies that could help.
U.S. researchers have found substantial evidence that suggests glucosamine, devil’s claw, and acupuncture are effective and well-tolerated natural remedies for osteoarthritis.
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In a large review of clinical trials, the research team found that glucosamine and devil’s claw are effective anti-inflammatory and/or pain preparations in the treatment of osteoarthritis. They even found evidence to suggest … Read More
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Thursday, December 1st, 2011
 Have you read anything about noni? This Polynesian fruit, “Morinda citrifolia,” is often in the health news because of its potential in battling against disease. Noni has been used in folk medicine by Polynesians for over 2,000 years. That’s a long healing history! The fruit has been used to treat a broad range of health problems from headaches, fever and gingivitis to respiratory disorders, infections, diabetes and even tuberculosis. These days, however, noni is in the spotlight for its potential ability to help in the treatment of arthritis.
Joint pain is a huge problem for … Read More
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Friday, November 18th, 2011
 Getting a good night’s sleep is a regular aspect of any doctor’s health advice. Right up there behind healthy eating and exercising. A new study has found an alarming link between sleep problems and an increased risk for joint pain. The kind caused by fibromyalgia.
It found that the risk of fibromyalgia increased with the severity of sleep problems. The study, performed on women, showed a stronger link in middle-aged and older women. Results were published in “Arthritis & Rheumatism.”
(Sleep problems don’t just affect joint pain. Read the article, How You Sleep Could Affect … Read More
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