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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

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Orthopedic Surgeon
posted 03/17/2008, comment (1)

Pool Therapy for Arthritis

When you have osteoarthritis, staying in shape can be painful. Just getting to a gym or fitness center can be a hassle when you have aching hips and knees. Furthermore, one of the first things your doctor will often tell you when you are diagnosed with osteoarthritis is to get some exercise and lose some weight. It's a tough situation to be... Read moreChevron
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Content Manager for HealthCentral.com
posted 03/04/2008, comments (0)

Prescription Drug Ads: Do They Do More Harm Than Good?

Read our experts' analysis in a special Issue section Many of your remember the trouble with Vioxx -- it was one of the most heavily advertised drugs ever; people asked for it by name; doctors wrote millions of prescriptions and then it was pulled from the market because of the dangers it caused for hearts.  "Prescription-drug... Read moreChevron
JB

JB

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Content Manager for HealthCentral.com
posted 02/20/2008, comments (0)

Icy Hot Heat Therapy Products Recalled, FDA says

Have you been using Icy Hot Heat Therapy Products to relieve your aches and pains?  Well, be careful, because the manufacturer, Chattem, Inc. recently announced "a voluntary nationwide recall of its Icy Hot Heat Therapy products, including consumer "samples" that were included on a limited promotional basis in cartons of... Read moreChevron
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Pattye Snyder

Pattye Snyder

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posted 02/11/2008, comment (1)

Latitudes and Parameters: Crossing Borders With Arthritis

Because we've been inundated lately with bitter winds and lots of ice and snow, I've been mega homebound and trying to be constructive (notice the term TRYING). I have valiantly been trying to organize my kazillion photos -- not unlike when your mother always told you to put on nice underwear if you were going even on a brief trip. I... Read moreChevron
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The breakdown of cartilage in the knee can lead to bony protrusions called spurs and considerable joint pain.

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