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Sunday, July, 27, 2008

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Grant Cooper
posted 07/07/2008, comments (0)

Top 3 Arthritis Myths

Top Three Arthritis Myths   Just because you hear something (or say it yourself) over and over from many different people, doesn't make it true. The same can be said about much of "conventional wisdom" related to osteoarthritis. These are three of the arthritis myths I hear over and over:   1. Arthritis pain is a normal part of ... Read moreChevron
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Craig Stoltz

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Health Journalist
posted 05/12/2008, comments (3)

Arthritis Can Keep People With Diabetes From Exercise

A nasty interplay observed between arthritis, diabetes and inactivity appears to multiply serious health risks, according to a new report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).   The CDC study essentially found this: About half of diabetics have osteoarthritis, and those who have both diabetes and arthritis are... Read moreChevron
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Grant Cooper

Grant Cooper

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posted 04/28/2008, comments (0)

Should I take supplements for my hip and knee osteoarthritis? Which ones?

First, understand that there is no "magic supplement" that will cure osteoarthritis.  In this post, we'll talk about the real difference between supplements and arthritis medication, how to select a supplement to buy and about a few common osteoarthritis supplements, including glucosamine and chondroitin. Also, note that the most... Read moreChevron
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Matthew Thompson

Matthew Thompson

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Orthopedic Surgeon
posted 04/21/2008, comment (1)

Advanced Treatment of Osteoarthritis

"My doctor said to exercise and lose weight, but I can't exercise because it is too painful!"  This scenario highlights one of the difficulties of treating osteoarthritis.  We know that lifestyle changes can help, but they can be difficult to make when in pain.  As anyone who has dealt with chronic pain can attest to, pain can... Read moreChevron
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Pattye Snyder

Pattye Snyder

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posted 04/14/2008, comments (0)

Living with Osteoarthritis: Joint Replacements, Joint Pain and Faith

KEEPIN' THE FAITH     I used to think I was a little different from many people, but as I "mature" (i.e. get older), I find that I'm terminally average, and that's fine with me.   My first osteoarthritis surgery was for a joint replacement at the base of my big toe about 12 years ago. At the time, I... Read moreChevron

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