Otherwise known as the “wear and tear” arthritis, osteoarthritis(OA) is the most common form of arthritis affecting over 27 million Americans. It occurs when the cartilage (flexible, protective tissue on the ends of bones) wears down resulting in joint pain and stiffness. OA can occur in any joint, but is most common in weight-bearing joints, …
Osteoarthritis(OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting approximately 27 million Americans. It’s commonly known as the “wear and tear” arthritis and can occur on almost any joint in the body. Since it is associated with a breakdown of cartilage in joints, it most commonly occurs in weight-bearing joints like knees and hips. It …
Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling are all common symptoms of osteoarthritis(OA). Over 27 million people suffer from this degenerative form of arthritis that occurs when the cartilage between joints breaks down. Joint pain from OA can unfortunately affect us the most when we are trying to settle in for the night. According to the Arthritis …
There are several different forms of arthritis. You have probably heard of both osteoarthritis(OA) and rheumatoid arthritis(RA) at some point. While they are both chronic diseases with similar names, they differ greatly when it comes to symptoms, causes, and diagnoses. So, how do we distinguish between the two? Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease commonly known …
Osteoarthritis(OA) can be a pain. However, an OA diagnosis doesn’t have to keep you from doing the things you love! While there is no cure, learning how to take control and manage your osteoarthritis may help to improve your symptoms and allow you to be the best grandparent to the special little ones in your …
Osteoarthritis(OA) is known as the “wear and tear” arthritis, typically affecting adults ages 65 and older. It is a degenerative disease and occurs when cartilage between joints breaks down causing pain and stiffness, and even swelling. 27 million Americans are affected by this painful, chronic condition. While most sufferers are seniors, OA occurs in people …
Osteoarthritis(OA) affects over 27 million Americans. It is commonly referred to as “wear and tear” arthritis because it is a degenerative disease, that worsens over time. It occurs when cartilage, which is the rubbery material that covers the end of each bone, breaks down causing pain and problems with joint mobility. Many people believe that …
Preparing for a trip can be a stressful task in itself. When you add a condition like osteoarthritis(OA) to the mix, you may start to feel a little overwhelmed. By practicing some careful planning and preparation, your worries about traveling with OA can be alleviated, allowing you to enjoy your time away. Be Realistic Plan …
Most commonly known as an injectable to relax muscles in the face and soften lines and wrinkles, Botox has been getting some new attention from researchers as a potential treatment for osteoarthritis (OA) pain. Botox, also known as Botulinum toxin type A, is a drug made from a toxin produced from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. …
