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Arthritis incl. Gout Center
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ARTHRITIS INCL. GOUT - ARTICLES |
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 Excess weight contributes to hip, knee osteoarthritis in men
June 6, 2008
Men who are overweight or obese are more likely to need a hip replacement than men of normal weight. However, this risk does not extend to women.
Soft Drinks May Help Cause Gout
February 28, 2008
The frequency of gout is on the increase. A new 12-year study shows that the intake of sugar-sweetened sodas and fructose (from juices and fruits) are clearly linked with the occurrence of new cases of gout in men. And there's no doubt that the intake of sodas has risen over the years.
Slipped Disk? Surgery or Physical Therapy? You Choose!
December 18, 2006
In people with slipped lumbar disks, comparisons of surgery (disk removal) and nonoperative therapy (physical therapy, analgesics, etc) show that both have beneficial outcomes; however, surgery may be slightly superior, if the patient chooses this approach.
The Value of Arthroscopy in Knee Osteoarthritis
January 24, 2003
The pain and disability caused by osteoarthritis of the knee leads many patients to seek relief by arthroscopic lavage, with or without debridement. This randomized, placebo-controlled study shows that these operations are essentially valueless.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Reduces Physical Activity
December 20, 2002
Women with rheumatoid arthritis tend to expend less energy in daily physical activities than healthy controls. This has implications for dietary recommendations...
Effect of Exercise on Fibromyalgia
April 12, 2002
The main symptom of fibromyalgia is pain, but many patients exhibit depression and anxiety. Just how useful would physical activity be in this condition? A Canadian study reports on the results after 23 weeks of an aerobic exercise program . . . .
COX-2 Inhibitors -- An Update
February 15, 2002
Since their introduction 2 years ago, the COX-2 selective inhibitors have been found to have advantages over the nonselective NSAIDs with respect to gastrointestinal effects, but no advantage with respect to renal adverse effects. The likelihood of their having an increased risk of cardiovascular effects needs further exploration...
Another Treatment Option for Rheumatoid Arthritis
February 8, 2002
Two 'alternative' treatment options -- fish oil and vitamin E -- may benefit people with rheumatoid arthritis.
A Placebo-Controlled 3-Year Study of Glucosamine Sulfate in Osteoarthritis
August 3, 2001
Medical treatment of osteoarthritis includes administration of "chondroprotective" agents, but just how effective are these? A 3-year placebo-controlled investigation that initially focused on radiological outcomes has revealed unexpected effects... .
Rotator cuff tears diagnosable at the bedside
July 2, 2001
Rotator cuff tears are common in the elderly, and often require aggressive physical therapy, or, in some cases, surgical intervention. While the diagnosis usually rests on arthrography, MRI or ultrasound examination, a recent study has looked at the accuracy of diagnoses made at the bedside.
Viscosupplementation in the Osteoarthritic Knee
April 10, 2001
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and osteoarthritis of the knee can lead to varying degrees of disability. While arthroplasty is effective, it is not appropriate for all stages of the disease, or for all patients. A new therapy, approved by the US FDA, is the intra-articular injection of hyaluronic acid. A recent review is somewhat critical of the benefits offered by this treatment.
Gout, or pseudogout?
March 12, 2001
Sometimes gouty arthritis isn't always gout. Pseudogout, which is quite common in elderly people, doesn't show the classical gender distribution and seasonal incidence seen in gout.
Total knee replacement surgery in osteoarthritis
February 28, 2001
Osteoarthritis of the knee, with pain, reduced function and resulting lessened quality of life, affects many people over 50. In about 20% of those with pain and loss of function, the disability is sufficiently severe that surgery - total knee replacement - is a recommended treatment option.
Weight Loss and Exercise can help treat Sore Knees
October 2, 2000
The World Health Organization estimates that 40% of individuals over age 70 suffer to some degree with osteoarthritis of the knee, a painful condition caused by the wearing away of the layer of cartilage.
Guidelines for managing osteoarthritis
September 28, 2000
The suffering caused by osteoarthritis leads inevitably to suggestions for new treatments. The American College of Rheumatology has produced new guidelines for the optimal approach to individualized treatment, maintaining a conservative attitude towards unproven therapies.
Diet and gout - a new approach?
August 31, 2000
Up to the present, advice for preventing attacks of gout has included the avoidance of purine-containing foods. A recent study has thrown some doubt on this recommendation.
Two Common Sports Injuries
May 3, 2000
The popularity of fitness programs and an active recreational lifestyle means that medical professionals, more than ever, must diagnose and treat sports-related injuries among many patients groups, including seniors. Two very common conditions, tennis elbow and heel pain, particularly affect active seniors.
Fibromyalgia - current thinking
February 2, 2000
The term fibromyalgia is applied to the syndrome that, as its name implies, consists of chronic widespread muscular pain and stiffness, which is associated with several discrete tender points, as well as generalized symptoms like fatigue or insomnia. Over 3.5 million people in the USA are afflicted, according to the diagnostic criteria established by a committee formed by the American College of Rheumatology in 1990. .
Arthritic Depression
January 3, 2000
Of all the chronic diseases associated with 'getting old', osteoarthritis is one of the most common. Among all adult Americans, it is the number one cause of disability and cost to individuals, employers, and society as a whole.
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