People That Are Interested In Osteoarthritis
Symptoms -
Swelling in ankle and leg from knee to ankle, very red near ankle, some pain. Is this indicative of Osteoarthritis?
posted 05/02/2007, comment (1)|
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Snaps and cracks
If anyone knows what is wrong with my joints, do tell... It started a few years ago, I would wake up in the morning and my knees would lock to a position. But when I moved the knee inward (leaving the foot on the floor) the knee would 'snap' out. I have arthritus on both sides of my family and physiotherapists have offered the... Read more
posted 03/12/2007, comment (1)|
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Should I be taking calcium supplements?
I am in my twenties and have never loved dairy products - milk, cheese, etc. Should I be concerned that I might develop osteoarthritis? Should I be taking calcium supplements to offset any risk?
posted 02/09/2007, comments (0)|
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What type of exercise helps to prevent osteoarthritis?
I am concerned about my susceptibility to osteoarthritis, and would like to do everything possible to prevent it. I have learned that proper diet and exercise can help, but are there specific types of exercises that I should focus on (ie cardio vs. weights, running or biking, etc.)?
posted 02/09/2007, comments (3)|
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