Don’t Dread the Cold: Tips to enjoy the season with Osteoarthritis

As the temperatures quickly drop with the approach of fall, your sense of dread rises. Thinking about icy wind hitting your joints, while frigid cold water soaks up your socks, makes your knees ache in anticipation. Any joy you may have felt about sweaters and pumpkin spice is completely overshadowed by your Osteoarthritis (OA) pain. …

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Married with OA: How to Stay Intimate

Every relationship has good days and bad days. When you toss a chronic condition like osteoarthritis(OA) into the mix, it can put an even bigger strain on things. However, there are steps you can take to make sure your OA doesn’t become a wedge in your relationship. First off, it’s important to be open and …

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Managing Osteoarthritis: Step 1, Stay Positive!

Osteoarthritis, or OA, is the most common chronic condition of the joints. Known as the “wear and tear” arthritis, it occurs when the cushioning between the joints breaks down causing symptoms like pain, swelling, and stiffness. OA affects more than 27 million Americans and is most common is those aged 65 and older. Several factors …

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