Osteoarthritis

 
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Arthritis is characterized by painful, red, and swollen joints and it is accompanied by pain, restricted motion, warmth, and swelling. There are more than 200 causes of this disease; however, the two most common forms are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis often occurs in older people, and is caused by deterioration of the cartilage between joints, which forces the bones to rub together. Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the body's immune system destroys the synovial membrane lining the joint. Both conditions are exacerbated in patients who are overweight.Arthritis and other degenerative disease conditions affect 43 ... MORE



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Epsom salt for osteoarthritis

Doctor explains how epsom salt helps soothe arthritis pain.




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Two alternative medicine treatments for stiff knees

Two alternative medicine treatments for stiff knees

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Canada strengthens warnings on arthritis meds

Canada strengthens warnings on arthritis meds

OTTAWA -- Stronger warnings will be added to labelling of certain drugs used to treat arthritis and...

Chinese herb shows promise in arthritis treatment

Chinese herb shows promise in arthritis treatment

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