Arthritis pain relief
With recent news about another popular arthritis medication being pulled from distribution, many of the estimated 26 million arthritis sufferers worldwide are turning to safe, natural alternatives for relief from chronic pain. Augusta, GA December 25, 2004 -- Frustrated and concerned with the likelihood of serious long-term consequences from probable, potential side effects of a wide array of p...
When Faced with Arthritis of the Hand, Turn to a Hand Surgeon
The American Society for Surgery of the Hand offers information for recognizing arthritis of the hand and treatment options. Rosemont, IL June 25, 2004 -- Arthritis may affect any joint in the body, but it is most visible when it strikes the hands and fingers. If you suffer from arthritis of the hand, you are not alone. More than 40 million Americans are affected by arthritis of the hand20 millio...
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Bone and joint diseases take toll on system
Caring for people with diseases like arthritis is taking a huge toll on the health care system. And despite the huge cost of caring for patients, many are still not getting the treatment they need. ...
Today's baby boomers are heavier and more likely to have arthritis
Baby-boomers have spent more years living with more obesity than the previous generation, researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) have found. Although it may be too early to tell w...
Arthritis of the spine often overlooked in children
When kids or teens experience aching joints and stiffness it may be more than growing pains. It may be arthritis of the spine and other joints (ankylosing spondylitis), which researchers report can of...