Saturday, February 11, 2012

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I have pain, inflammation and general discomfort in my right knee post pregnancy. My MRI report states "The study demonstrates small medial joint osteophytes which are on degenerative basis and subchondral sclerosis affecting the medial tibial plateau. Still the medial / lateral menisci are intact without any evidence of tear, though are... Read moreChevron
posted 03/27/2011, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Christina Lasich, MD

Christina Lasich, MD

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A specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Vitamin D and Osteoarthritis

In an effort to reverse osteoarthritis, some people are turning to Vitamin D as the fountain of joint youth. Yes, vitamin D is very important for bone, cell and vascular health. Vitamin D unlocks the power of calcium and adds a boost to the immune system as well. But, is Vitamin D supplementation enough to stop the effects of aging? Maybe not,... Read moreChevron
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Christina Lasich, MD

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Specialist in Pain Management and Spine Rehabilitation

Pain, Arthritis, and Famous: Did Lucille Ball have RA?

People remember her as the queen of comedy. Lucille Ball lightened the hearts of millions with her charming humor and quirky style. Portraying the wife of Desi Arnez on the television show "I Love Lucy", she had physical comedy down to a science of seamless follies. Sometimes referred to as clumsy, Lucille Ball never showed any physical... Read moreChevron
posted 03/07/2011, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Pattye Snyder

Travel with OA: Zebu, Ambassadors and Healers

My magical adventures continued in Madagascar (for Part I, please see IndriAlarm Clocks, Lychees, and Fresh Baguettes) for several more days. My travels were centered in and around the capital city of Antananarivo with overnight stay at a tiny picturesque French Colonial Inn called La Varangue. I also stayed in a very small thatched bungalow in... Read moreChevron
posted 03/02/2011, comments (0)|
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Non surgical cure for Osteoarthritis

My father was diagnosed with stage 3 osteoarthritis of the knees last year. It was almost bordering on stage 4. He was suffering from severe pain in his knee joints. Doing daily chores around the house had also become a problem for him, going alone outside was almost next to impossible. The doctor had suggested pain killers and other medications... Read moreChevron