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. …
It’s Healthy Aging Month and there’s no better time to get started on better health practices! As we get older, we’re more susceptible to developing conditions like arthritis which can cause pain and stiffness in the joints. The goal of Healthy Aging Month is to focus on the positive aspects of getting older. For seniors, …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Healthy Aging Month encourages seniors to bring their health to the forefront Doctors are researching new ways to help seniors improve their physical well-being STAMFORD – Healthy Aging Month is all about focusing on the positive aspects of getting older. It’s a great time to get started on better health practices that …
Osteoarthritis, or OA, affects more than 27 million Americans making it the most common form of arthritis. Known as the “wear and tear” arthritis, it occurs when the cushioning (cartilage) between the joints breaks down causing symptoms like pain, swelling, and stiffness. Many factors come in to play when it comes to determining whether or …
Osteoarthritis can leave joints feeling stiff and uncomfortable. For some, this can get even worse in the summer months. It might surprise you just how much some people are affected by changes in the weather. Our joints contain sensory nerves called baroceptors which respond to changes in the weather. How do baroceptors work? When the …
Arthritis can be a pain…literally. From trouble walking or opening jars to joint pain in general, symptoms can greatly affect daily life in a big way. And with 1 in 5 adults and 300,000 kids – yes, kids! – struggling with some type of arthritis, it has quickly become the nation’s number 1 cause of …
Over 27 million Americans suffer from osteoarthritis, caused by cartilage breakdown between the joints. In a recent study, researchers found a link to race and gender being a key factor in people with OA. SPOILER ALERT! OA is way more prevalent in women than in men. Oh, also, Hispanic women have a much higher chance …
As this year’s Master’s Tournament wraps up, you may be itching to get out and play nine holes. Fortunately, an osteoarthritis(OA) diagnosis doesn’t have to stop you. While OA is a chronic joint disease that causes pain and stiffness, some simple adjustments can be made to help keep you in the game. Golf is associated …
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 …
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 …
