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Knee Replacement Surgery May Cause Weight Gain

By Donna Parker • Jan 29th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

Patients who have knee replacement surgery may want to consider adopting an alkaline diet full of fruits, vegetables and whole grains for weight management, as a new study suggests that individuals who have the surgery are more likely to gain a few extra pounds.

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Blood Tests Could Predict Rheumatoid Arthritis

By Donna Parker • Jan 28th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

Although blood tests can be conducted for a number of health reasons, including measuring PSA levels, a new study is suggesting that the test might be able to predict the presence of rheumatoid arthritis before a patient experiences symptoms.

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Excessive Physical Activity May Lead to Arthritis

By Donna Parker • Jan 21st, 2010 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

It was recently discovered that middle-aged men and women who engage in too much physical activity might be at risk for developing arthritis. According to a study that was released during the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), it was found that those with higher physical activity levels were at a greater risk for developing knee abnormalities, which could lead to osteoarthritis.

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Running Shoes May Exert Stress on Joints

By Donna Parker • Jan 7th, 2010 • Category: Health Articles, Health News, Joint Health

Although exercise is needed for general well-being, running shoes may be detrimental to hips, knees and ankles, a new study suggests.

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Running Shoes May Exert Stress on Joints

By Donna Parker • Jan 7th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

Although exercise is needed for general well-being, running shoes may be detrimental to hips, knees and ankles, a new study suggests.

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Study Suggests Previous Mortality Rate Timeline for Certain Elective Surgeries May Be Wrong

By Donna Parker • Jan 4th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

Even though nutritional supplements such as calcium can help keep bones strong and healthy, some people may have to resort to surgery to fix their discomfort. A new study suggests that the previous mortality rate for patients post-op recovery may be wrong.

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Researcher Looks For New Way to Learn How to Treat Lower Back Pain

By Donna Parker • Dec 11th, 2009 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

In addition to taking natural supplements such as calcium and vitamin D to help with lower back pain, a researcher is trying to find more treatment options for a problem affecting 40 million Americans.

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Yoga May Offer Alternative Treatment for Those Suffering from Lower Back Pain

By Better Health Research News Desk • Nov 6th, 2009 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

Researchers from Boston University have discovered a cheaper way to treat lower back pain may be yoga.

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KLRI Recommendations May Boost Muscle and Joint Health

By Steven Marsh • Nov 5th, 2009 • Category: Health Articles, Joint Health, Thursday Edition

A new report from Kronos Longevity Research Institute (KLRI), which suggests diet and exercise are better than testosterone therapy for older men, also includes exercise recommendations designed to promote joint and muscle health.

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Tai Chi May be an Alternative Way to Treat Knee Osteoarthritis Pain

By Donna Parker • Nov 4th, 2009 • Category: Health News, Joint Health, Prostate health

For those experiencing osteoarthritis pain in the knee, tai chi may be an alternative treatment for the discomfort.

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Researchers say drinking water and skim milk may reduce gout risk

By Steven Marsh • Nov 2nd, 2009 • Category: Health News, Joint Health, Prostate health

A pair of new studies has found drinking water and skim milk may help gout sufferers prevent the painful attacks.

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Study: Exercise best for knee pain

By Mark McGhee • Oct 30th, 2009 • Category: Health News, Joint Health, Prostate health

Nutritional supplements containing glucosamine or chondroitin are believed to be helpful in reducing and eliminating joint pain. But researchers are saying supervised exercise therapy can improve symptoms of a common knee pain as well.

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Study: Weight loss good for joints

By Donna Parker • Oct 23rd, 2009 • Category: Health News, Joint Health, Prostate health

A new study suggests there’s another health benefit to shedding some extra pounds. Researchers at the University of North Carolina are saying moderate weight loss can reduce the risk of developing osteoarthritis of the knees (OA).

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New risk factors identified for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

By Steven Marsh • Oct 15th, 2009 • Category: Health News, Joint Health

New research suggests there are several risk factors, other than repetitive work or prolonged computer use, for developing the potentially painful Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS).

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Soothe Your Aching Muscles with These All-Natural Remedies

By Layne Lowery • Sep 7th, 2009 • Category: Health, Health Articles, Inflammation, Joint Health, Joint pain & stiffness, Monday Edition Archive, Muscle Pain

For those of you who are continually sidelined because of painful neck pain, muscle spasms, joint stiffness or backaches, we’ll reveal a simple list of safe and effective solutions so you can finally find the relief you have been waiting for. All without any harmful side effects or digestive problems associated with aspirin or other over-the-counter meds. To start experiencing the miraculous healing power straight from nature’s pantry, read more…

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