Duke's Coach K: Osteoarthritis doesn't have to bench you Oct 18, 2009
If Krzyzewski's occupation and high-profile career make him a special case among the estimated 27 million Americans who suffer from osteoarthritis, his initial response to having the disease is fairly typical. "People tend to ignore the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis when it first strikes," said Dr. John H. Klippel, president and CEO of the Arthritis Foundation ... Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition. (USA Today -- News)
Magnetic Bracelets Don't Work, Study Says Oct 18, 2009
The study was a randomized trial on 45 people with osteoarthritis ... "Although their use is generally harmless, people with osteoarthritis should be especially cautious about spending large sums of money on magnet therapy. Magnets removed from disused speakers are much cheaper, but you would first have to believe that they could work," Richmond said. (KIRO TV, WA)
Magnets, copper bracelets ineffective in arthritis Oct 18, 2009
Researchers conducted the first randomised placebo-controlled trial on the use of both copper bracelets and magnetic wrist straps for pain management in osteoarthritis the most common form of the condition ... Although their use is generally harmless, people with osteoarthritis should be especially cautious about spending large sums of money on magnet therapy ... The trial involved 45 people aged 50 or over, who were all diagnosed as suffering from osteoarthritis. (India Times, India)
Bracelets 'useless' in arthritis Oct 17, 2009
In the trial, 45 people aged 50 or over, who were all diagnosed as suffering from osteoarthritis wore each of the four devices in a random order over a 16-week period. They were all ineffective in terms of pain, stiffness and physical function, the researchers reported in the journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine. (BBC News -- Health)
* Researchers detect knee problems at an earlier stage Oct 14, 2009
A National Chung Cheng University (CCU) research program has created a technique using micro and nano-testing to detect deteriorating knee joints at an early stage in an effort to reduce problems associated with osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative joint disease. With the new invention, physicians will be able to identify the source of the chronic disease and perform treatment at its early and moderate stage using minimally invasive procedures, a university statement said, adding that the more... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Orthopedic-parts industry is big tax target under health care bill Oct 14, 2009
That number could double by 2016, driven partly by osteoarthritis and other ailments, researchers told the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' annual meeting last February. Yet, the industry, succeeding even as some other U.S. manufacturing sectors are slumping, does face challenges. (USA Today -- Money)
Sitting cross-legged can worsen arthritis Oct 12, 2009
Finally when she visited a doctor she was told she had severe osteoarthritis and would need surgery ... Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease in the aged population where the surface of the joint gets damaged and the surrounding bone gets thicker ... However, he said, osteoarthritis was prevalent mostly among those above 60 years. (India Times, India)
Husband and Wife Sex Offenders Paro... Oct 10, 2009
"She also has health problems in relation to angina and osteoarthritis. As for the risk that she might pose to the community, her victims in this case are her children. They are now in their 40 s and there is no suggestion that they are at risk now from her. There is also no suggestion that Ms Liddell would pose any risk to the public at large," the parole board said. While the parole board did not specify a condition preventing Mary Liddell from entering Gisborne, it refused to release her... (Suite101.com)
Herbal Cures for Chronic Pain and I... Oct 9, 2009
This herb is unrivaled as a treatment for osteoarthritis. In a 2008 double-blind, placebo controlled study, Boswellia serrata produced very rapid results in patients with osteoarthritis, many of whom were bedridden ... In another study, all of the osteoarthritis patients treated with Boswellia reported reduced knee pain, increased knee flexion and increased walking distance. (Suite101.com)
This message brought to you by fat cats, paunchy pooches Oct 9, 2009
DOLITTLER: VIEWS FROM A VET. an award-winning blog on pet health; she writes weekly for the Miami Herald and monthly for Veterinary Practice News. (USA Today -- Life)
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet Oct 6, 2009
Chronic inflammation, from common diseases such as osteoarthritis, , and tendonitis, can be extremely difficult to control. Normal activities, such as typing on a keyboard or putting away groceries, can become painful experiences. (Suite101.com)
Why Non-Drinkers May Be More Depressed Oct 6, 2009
Study: Alcohol Abstainers at Higher Risk of Depression - TIME (Time.com)
Joint painmay be dueto psoriasis Sep 30, 2009
Symptoms of both generally resemble that of osteoarthritis and/or rheumatoid arthritis, and may be initially misdiagnosed as such. Asymmetric usually affects fewer than five joints on one side of the body or different joints on both sides of the body (such as the left knee, right shoulder, etc. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Obesity Alone Does Not Cause Arthritis In Animals, Scientists Find Sep 30, 2009
29, 2009) The link between obesity and osteoarthritis may be more than just the wear and tear on the skeleton caused by added weight ... "However, in another study, we found that mice that gained half as much weight on a high-fat diet but processed leptin normally showed significant knee osteoarthritis." ... Leptin influences many of the factors involved in osteoarthritis--body weight, inflammation, sex hormone levels, and bone metabolism, said lead author Tim Griffin, Ph. (Science Daily)
No Osteoarthritis Seen in Obese Mice Without Leptin Sep 30, 2009
The appetite-regulating hormone leptin may contribute to osteoarthritis in obese people, according to a new study that suggests that skeletal wear and tear caused by excess weight isn't the only cause of the painful and debilitating condition. Duke University researchers found that extremely obese mice didn't develop osteoarthritis if their bodies didn't have leptin ... Leptin influences many osteoarthritis-related factors, such as body weight, inflammation and bone metabolism. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
TAX FREE: Health expense accounts could face cuts Sep 23, 2009
Osteoarthritis and other non-traumatic joint disorders. $37. (USA Today -- Money)
Hedgerow Fruit Harvest for Vitamin ... Sep 22, 2009
Certainly the of rosehips have been recognised for hundreds of years with the Vikings using them for their high vitamin C content and new studies stating they are useful for medicinal purposes in the treatment of osteoarthritis and Crohns Disease. Rosehips should not be harvested until after the first frosts, as this will ripen them. (Suite101.com)
Relieving Pain with Acupuncture Sep 16, 2009
When compared to sham acupuncture or patient education alone, appropriately performed acupuncture leads to significant improvement in pain and joint function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. (Berman B, et al. Effectiveness of acupuncture as adjunctive therapy in osteoarthritis of the knee: a randomized, controlled trial. (Suite101.com)
Easy solution for warding off wasps Sep 15, 2009
One reader reported: "I used tart cherries to cure a gout attack, and it worked. The real news is that the pain from osteoarthritis of the hip joint diminished also.". Write to the Graedons in care of King Features Syndicate, 888 Seventh Ave., New York, NY 10019, or. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Hormone promises to keep joint injuries from causing long-term osteoarthritis Sep 13, 2009
An existing osteoporosis drug is the first ever found to prevent cartilage loss from osteoarthritis following injury to a joint, and may also regenerate some cartilage that has been lost to osteoarthritis, according to an early study presented today at the annual meeting of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research in Denver. While the study was in mice, the model closely mimics human osteoarthritis that develops following knee injuries, according to the study authors ... Over time,... (EurekAlert!)
Yoga Can Ease Lower Back Pain Sep 10, 2009
Mary Lou Galantino, a professor of physical therapy at Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, said the study confirms previous research about the benefits of yoga for helping with conditions as varied as menopause and osteoarthritis. Other research has shown that yoga can improve mood in women with breast cancer. (MEDLINEplus)
REGURIN(R) XL (trospium chloride) Once Daily Tablets Now Available in the UK for the Treatment of Overactive Bladder Sep 8, 2009
Text hiding to spacing. LONDON, September 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Regurin(R) XL (trospium chloride), a once-daily, prolonged-release capsule to treat patients with overactive bladder (OAB) has been launched in the UK. Regurin(R) XL provides rapid, significant and consistent improvements in the symptoms of OAB1 and has a reduced potential for central nervous system (CNS) side effects(2-7). (PR Newswire)
What I'd Say to Congress and American Students Sep 8, 2009
--Osteoarthritis, which is a degeneration of cartilage and its underlying bone within a joint. --Dyslipidemia, e.g., high total cholesterol or high levels of triglycerides. (Townhall.com)
Avoid Excess Salt in Processed Food... Sep 8, 2009
Too much sodium is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, stroke and heart attack, kidney disease and stomach cancer, and it may also aggravate asthma and osteoarthritis. High levels of salt also affect children s healthy development, and may contribute to chronic disease problems later in life. (Suite101.com)
Joint and Muscle Pain Relief Sep 8, 2009
Clinical studies indicate Glucosamine may slow the progression of osteoarthritis (Clegg DO, Reda DJ, Harris CL, et al, New England Journal of Medicine, 2006) ... The protective effect of Avocado/Soybean Usaponifiables is so strong that they are currently a prescription drug used to treat knee and hip osteoarthritis in France. (Suite101.com)
Screening newborns for hip problems Sep 7, 2009
It is also the most common cause of osteoarthritis of the hip in North America, Europe, and Japan. The risk increases if there is a family history of the problem and if the birth is breech (the baby s bottom delivers first). (Boston Globe)
Somerville woman walks to fight arthritis Sep 6, 2009
The Arthritis Foundation has a new initiative called Let s Move Together, designed to encourage people to move daily to prevent osteoarthritis and to treat all forms of arthritis. As part of her regular physical activity, she is leading a walk team, called Team Awesome, made up of friends and family, for the 13th Annual Boston Arthritis Walk to be held Sunday, Sept. 13, at the Prudential Center. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Waist-hip Ratio Better Than BMI For Gauging Obesity In Elderly, Study Finds Sep 3, 2009
10, 2009) Being fat increases the risk of primary joint replacement in osteoarthritis. A new study found that increased waist circumference and body mass index were associated with the risk of both knee and. (Science Daily)
Pfizer fined $2.3 billion for illegal marketing in off-label drug case Sep 3, 2009
It had been approved only for treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and menstrual pain. As part of the settlement, Pfizer will pay a criminal fine of $1. (USA Today -- Money)
Getting better visualization of joint cartilage through cationic CT contrast agents Sep 2, 2009
(Boston) In its quest to find new strategies to treat osteoarthritis and other diseases, a Boston University-led research team has reported finding a new computer tomography contrast agent for visualizing the special distributions of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) the anionic sugars that account for the strength of joint cartilage. Assessing the local variations in GAGs are of significant interest for the study of cartilage biology and for the diagnosis of cartilage disease like osteoarthritis,... (EurekAlert!)
"Singapore Idol 3" has the complete package Sep 2, 2009
com - Singapore Idol 3 has the complete package. Entertainment Features. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Endo Pharmaceuticals to Present at Thomas Weisel Partners Healthcare Conference 2009 Sep 1, 2009
Its products include LIDODERM((R)), a topical patch to relieve the pain of postherpetic neuralgia; Percocet((R)) and Percodan((R)) tablets for the relief of moderate-to-moderately severe pain; FROVA((R)) tablets for the acute treatment of migraine attacks with or without aura in adults; OPANA((R) )tablets for the relief of moderate-to-severe acute pain where the use of an opioid is appropriate; OPANA((R)) ER tablets for the relief of moderate-to-severe pain in patients requiring continuous,... (PR Newswire)
Pozen earns $10M milestone payment from AstraZeneca Sep 1, 2009
Vimovo, which previously was known as PN 400, is a pain-reliever and anti-inflammatory drug being investigated for the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis ... Pozen says that nearly 27 million U.S. residents and 140 million people worldwide suffer from osteoarthritis. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Creams, gels for muscle pain Aug 31, 2009
These prescription drugs (the Flector Patch and Voltaren Gel, both of which contain diclofenac) are somewhat effective for treating the chronic pain of osteoarthritis, says Dr. James P. Rathmell, chief of the Division of Pain Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. But only one in three patients will get more than 50 percent pain relief. (Boston Globe)
Local chiropractor gives advice on school backpacks Aug 29, 2009
This disorder predisposes patients to a myriad of ailments, such as neck and back pain, headaches and osteoarthritis. The following three guidelines should be followed to help prevent spinal injury and avoid permanent damage to the spine. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Strong Thighs May Mean Less Knee Pain for Women Aug 29, 2009
The knee is the most common joint affected by osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, a major cause of disability in the United States, researchers say. In the United States, nearly 27 million adults suffer from osteoarthritis, and 16 percent of cases in people aged 45 and older affect the knee ... Almost 19 percent of symptomatic knee osteoarthritis patients are women and 13. (MEDLINEplus)
Collagen-deficient mice show signs of osteoarthritis Aug 27, 2009
Osteoarthritis (OA) and degenerative disc disease (DDD) are common, chronic musculoskeletal disorders. Both diseases cause joint pain, loss of function, and decreased quality of life for the more than 27 million OA and 59 million DDD suffers in the US. According to a 2003 Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, arthritis such as OA costs the U.S. economy nearly $128 billion per year in medical care and indirect expenses including lost wages and productivity. (EurekAlert!)
Women with strong thigh muscles protected from symptomatic knee osteoarthritis Aug 27, 2009
A new study by researchers at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics found that thigh muscle strength does not predict the occurrence of knee osteoarthritis (OA) uncovered in x-rays, but does predict incidence of painful or stiff knee OA. Women with the strongest quadriceps muscles appeared to be protected against the development of knee OA symptoms ... The knee is the most common weight-bearing joint affected by osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, a major cause of disability in... (EurekAlert!)
Atlanta mental health Aug 27, 2009
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia helps improve pain and sleep in older people with osteoarthritis and insomnia, researchers say. Having a negative, inhibited personality may increase the risk of death among people with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a Dutch study suggests. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Extreme obesity can shorten people's lives by 12 years Aug 26, 2009
About two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese, putting them at an increased risk for diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, osteoarthritis, stroke, gallbladder disease, sleep apnea, respiratory problems and even some cancers. Reuters 2007 file photo. (USA Today -- News)
More Obesity Blues: Obese People Are At Greater Risk For Developing Alzheimer's, Study Finds Aug 26, 2009
(May 29, 2008) Men who are overweight or obese are much more likely need a hip replacement for osteoarthritis than men who are of normal weight, finds new research. People who are overweight are known to be more. (Science Daily)
Lilly will not seek FDA approval for arzoxifene Aug 25, 2009
Groundbreaking Osteoarthritis Info. Johns Hopkins Expert Guide - Free. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis Aug 22, 2009
THURSDAY, Aug. 20 (HealthDay News) -- Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia helps improve pain and sleep in older people with osteoarthritis and insomnia, researchers say ... The findings suggest that insomnia is not just a symptom of osteoarthritis but is actually a co-existing illness, lead study author Michael V. Vitiello, a professor at the University of Washington in Seattle, said in a news release ... About 60 percent of people with osteoarthritis report pain during the night, and... (MEDLINEplus)
Arthritis therapy’s approval lifts Anika Aug 21, 2009
News that Canadian health officials approved Inc. s request to distribute Monovisc - a treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee - sent its shares soaring ... Monovisc is a single injection viscosupplement for osteoarthritis sufferers. (Boston Globe)
Glenmark takes 17% knock Aug 20, 2009
In October last year, Eli Lilly suspended the clinical development of Glenmarks experimental drug to treat osteoarthritis pain. The focus for Glenmark will be to continuously discover best-in-class or first-in-class molecules, take them to clinical trials and then look at outlicensing these molecules. (India Times)
Infection Associated with Prosthetic Joints Aug 20, 2009
A 62-year-old woman with osteoarthritis presents with a 7-month history of progressively worsening left hip pain radiating to the groin, 8 months after undergoing total left-hip arthroplasty. The pain has not responded to nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Dr. Jeff Hersh: Hip dysplasia in infants is common, treatable Aug 19, 2009
Although the overall prognosis is very good, children who do not respond to treatment may have abnormal bone development which can lead to unequal leg lengths, gait problems and/or osteoarthritis early in life. Since early diagnosis and treatment improves outcomes it is vital that all infants are regularly examined for hip dysplasia. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
A comparison of Kneipp hydrotherapy with conventional physiotherapy in the treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip or knee:protocol of a prospective randomised controlled clinical trial Aug 19, 2009
A comparison of Kneipp hydrotherapy with conventional physiotherapy in the treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip or knee: protocol of a prospective randomised controlled clinical trial ... The increasing age of the population, especially in the western world, means that the prevalence of osteoarthritis is also increasing, with corresponding socioeconomic consequences ... It has been established that hydrotherapy for osteoarthritis of the hip or knee joint using serial cold and warm water... (BioMed Central)
Talking about little bit of this, little bit of that Aug 18, 2009
85, and according to the US Center for Disease Control and Prevention my risk for hypertension, dyslipidemia, Type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, gallbladder disease, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, and colon cancer are very low. That s a good thing, too, because I don t know what some of those things mean, and some I can t pronounce. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
When out-of-line legs worsen achy knees Aug 18, 2009
About 27 million Americans have osteoarthritis, the wear-and-tear that breaks down the cartilage that cushions joints, causing pain and stiffness as the ends of bones rub on each other. Hundreds of thousands eventually turn to knee replacement for relief. (MSNBC -- Health)
• Tai Chi blossoms in Juneau Aug 16, 2009
A 2003 study in the "Journal of Rheumatology" conducted with women who suffer from osteoarthritis concluded that compared to the control group, the tai chi group had 35 percent less pain, 29 percent less stiffness, 29 percent more ability to perform daily tasks (like climbing stairs), as well as improved abdominal muscles and better balance. Exertion can be adjusted for people of all levels of ability. (Juneau Empire)
Phellodendron and Citrus extracts benefit joint health in osteoarthritis patients: a pilot, double-blind, placebo-controlled study Aug 15, 2009
The objective of this clinical study was to assess the potential benefit of a dietary supplement, NP 06-1, on joint health in overweight and normal weight adults diagnosed with osteoarthritis ... An 8-week placebo-controlled, randomized, double-blind study was conducted with four groups comparing the effects of NP 06-1 to placebo on overweight and normal weight subjects diagnosed with primary osteoarthritis of the knee ... In this pilot study, NP 06-1 had beneficial effects on symptoms of... (Nutrition Journal)
Cognitive behavioral therapy improves sleep and pain in people with osteoarthritis Aug 15, 2009
A study in the Aug. 15 issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine shows that the use of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective treatment for older patients with osteoarthritis and comorbid insomnia. Results showed that treatment improves both immediate and long-term self-reported sleep and pain in older patients with osteoarthritis and comorbid insomnia without directly addressing pain control ... results indicate that insomnia is not merely a symptom of... (EurekAlert!)
Clinic expands rheumatology practice Aug 13, 2009
Northwest Rheumatology specializes in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, Sjogren s Syndrome, psoriatic arthritis, lupus and other autoimmune diseases, as well as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. The clinic has locations at 1140 Cypress Station Drive in Northwest Houston and at 9100 Forest Crossing Drive in The Woodlands. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Boston biotech moving to Madison Aug 13, 2009
Its lead product is a polymer-based treatment for osteoarthritis. Flex Biomedical announced Wednesday it has raised $985,000, including a $150,000 Technology Venture Fund Loan from the state of Wisconsin. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Surgery likely in store for young woman Aug 12, 2009
Now I suffer from osteoarthritis in both knees ... Osteoarthritis is commonly diagnosed in older people. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Amazonian Tribe Sheds Light On Causes Of Heart Disease In Developed Countries Aug 12, 2009
5, 2007) The common painkiller, ibuprofen, may boost the likelihood of heart problems in high risk patients who have osteoarthritis, suggests recent research. Previous studies have suggested that ibuprofen. (Science Daily)
Chinese Acupuncture Affects Brain's Ability To Regulate Pain, UM Study Shows Aug 12, 2009
24, 2004) Acupuncture, as a complementary therapy to drug treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee, is more effective than drug treatment alone, find researchers from Spain in the latest issue of. (Apr. (Science Daily)
On death row since 1991, he waits for hangman Aug 11, 2009
A medical report dated January 2009 says, Piara has (developed) osteoarthritis in both knee joints and acid peptic disease. As a result of prolonged incarceration Piara has symptoms of mild psychotic disorder which at times results in him hallucinating. (India Times, India)
Veterinarians using stem cells to treat animals Aug 10, 2009
"Vet-Stem, a Poway, Calif.-based company, is developing the stem cell therapy and began treating horses in 2003. It derives stem cells from fat samples taken from dogs and horses across the country.The procedure has been used mainly to treat osteoarthritis, which involves loss of cartilage in the joints, but Vet-Stem is researching treatments for other diseases. Vet-Stem claims the therapy enables animals to replace cartilage and other tissue.Since 2003, the privately held company has treated... (Fresno Bee -- State)
Rosy outlook for sufferers of arthritis Aug 9, 2009
Clinical trials of rosehip taken by patients with osteoarthritis - where the cartilage around the joints thins and breaks down - have found ''moderate evidence'' of a reduction in pain, stiffness and consumption of painkillers compared with a placebo ... A study conducted by a European manufacturer of rosehip oil that was presented at the World Congress on Osteoarthritis last September showed it also reduces the degeneration of human cartilage cells and enhances regeneration. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Minimally Invasive Total Knee Arthroplasty Aug 6, 2009
Overweight and obesity are potent risk factors for knee osteoarthritis. They are stronger risk factors for knee osteoarthritis in women than in men ... In women, the risk of knee osteoarthritis with weight gain is linear. (New England Journal of Medicine)
First Genetic Test for Side Effects May Revive Failed Novartis Pain Pill Aug 3, 2009
The FDA said in September 2007 it couldnt approve Prexige for patients suffering from osteoarthritis because studies showed too high a rate of liver damage ... com, and is used in seven indications, including rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Federal health care served me well Aug 3, 2009
Major back surgery for severe spinal osteoarthritis followed in 2006. He had private insurance (about 350 a month with a 5,000 deductible). (Missoulian, MT)
Why You Can't Lose Weight Aug 1, 2009
These statistics are alarming because overweight and obesity are associated with increased risks for a host of diseases such as Type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, fatty liver disease, some cancers, and osteoarthritis. The epidemic of overweight and obesity have been attributed to a number of factors: fast food, eating too much food, a sedentary lifestyle where TV and computer games have replaced exercise and outdoor play. (Suite101.com)
