Category Archives: Arthritis
American Arthritis Foundation Forms Strategic Partnerships
Thousands of arthritis patients are benefiting from the research funded by the largest non-profit arthritis organization in the U.S., the American Arthritis Foundation (AAF). Patients are also being given support in understanding and dealing with their disease. At the same time, the AAF has come to the forefront in a new trend which is uniting … Continue reading
The National Arthritis Foundation Spreads Information
In 1984 the non-profit National Arthritis Foundation opened with the purpose of advocating for arthritis patients and arthritis research. With branches all over the world, the organization is really making a difference. The foundation works to educate the public about arthritis and its causes as well as to garner support for their research programs. In … Continue reading
Arthritis Afflicts Older Dogs
Have you looked into your beloved old pet’s eyes lately and seen pain deep inside? Although arthritis is a very common affliction that affects older dogs, he’s not able to tell you about his pain. You can notice it in his slower step and his lack of interest in playing and being active. Larger dogs … Continue reading
Information on Arthritis In Beagles
As Beagles grow older, it is undeniably true that the health deteriorates too. Whether they are well-taken cared of or not, there is always a risk of developing diseases as dogs age. But sometimes, disease that usually affects older dogs can also be seen in young ones. One of these diseases is the canine arthritis. … Continue reading
Canine Arthritis Proves Problematic for Older Dogs
Family dogs are treasured members of the family. They are like trusting babies, and they are usually treated with great care. Suddenly, one day, you might notice something a little different about your best friend now that he’s gotten older, though. He may not be moving quite as quickly as he used to, or maybe … Continue reading
Detailed Information on Rheumatoid Arthritis
RA is the most common type of arthritis triggered by the immune system. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory form of arthritis that causes joint pain and damage. It affecting more than two million people in the United States. Rheumatoid arthritis attacks the lining of your joints (synovium) causing swelling that can result in aching and … Continue reading
How to Prevent Arthritis
The first thing people think about when they think of arthritis is the pain. With any one of the over 100 disorders that are part of the disease, patients experience an extreme amount of pain as their joints deteriorate. Statisticians have estimated that 46 million adults in addition to 300,000 children have all fallen victim … Continue reading
GOUT – Do We Have An Epidemic?
This article is a very personal one for me. I went to my family physician the other day because every joint that I had seemed to hurt. His diagnosis after many tests was that I had a mild form of gout. I thought gout was a disease of the rich from the Middle Ages. Surely … Continue reading
Are Lactose Intolerance and Back Pain Linked?
People who suffer from both lactose intolerance and back pain often wonder if there is any connection between the two. Although medical research hasn’t turned up any direct link, in a roundabout way it all makes sense. If you think it’s a long stretch to say that a person’s inability to digest milk products is … Continue reading
Cervical Arthritis Attacks Upper Spine
Cervical arthritis first develops in the upper spine and neck. As time passes, the condition may progress by spreading down the arms. The tendency to get this type of arthritis is influenced by age, spinal injuries, and poor posture. The cervical spine is made up of seven distinct vertebral bodies separated by intervertebral discs. These … Continue reading