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Christina Lasich, MD

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Obesity is Harmful to the Joints

What if we prevented obesity? Would the occurrence of joint osteoarthritis be eliminated? Probably not; other factors like joint injury also contribute to the cause of arthritis. However, the sheer number of joints deteriorating rapidly would decline if less people were obese. For now, the aging, obese population is presenting with a deluge of... Read moreChevron
posted 05/02/2011, comments (0)|
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Christina Lasich, MD

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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
posted 03/25/2011, comments (2)|
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We Had It Wrong! Arthritis Is Not What We Thought It Was!

In medical school, I was taught, as all medical doctors are still taught in class, that osteoarthritis is an old-age disease resulting from wear and tear; joint bones rubbing and wearing out the cartilage between the joints.  But based on research, I have come to a shocking conclusion... Osteoarthritis is NOT a degenerative, wear-and-tear... Read moreChevron
posted 02/07/2011, comment (1)|
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How I manage Arthritis and am pain-free

Arthritis and CirculationI have arthritis and was faced with the chronic long term effects of this progressive debilitating disease. It seems to be an issue in my family and has affected my mother pretty severely in her shoulders. In my case, it became very uncomfortable in 2001/2002. For a while, I was always limping and could not wear closed... Read moreChevron
posted 10/13/2010, comments (2)|
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Sand Dunes and Airplanes: Travel Hints for Arthritis Patients

While hiking, or when I am in a crowd, I've found I must have a cane for balance, as well as to keep from being accidentally tripped. I always have my "stick" when I fly, and am able to take advantage of early plane boarding to avoid crowds and lines. I always carry two smaller wallets (no purse) and keep them in two separate places for security... Read moreChevron
posted 08/04/2010, comments (5)|
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