Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of your bones wears down over time. Although osteoarthritis can damage any joint in your body, the disorder most commonly affects joints in your hands, knees, hips and spine.

Knee Osteoarthritis: This surgery may prevent the need for total knee replacement

There are many treatment options for knee osteoarthritis, depending on the severity of the condition. But when all other treatment options failed or when the joint damage is beyond repair, your doctor may suggest total knee replacement.
World Arthritis Day 2020: Things women can do to prevent osteoarthritis

Arthritis is more common in women than men. On World Arthritis Day, let's discuss how arthritis affects women and what they can do to prevent the disease.
5 best foods to help relieve your joint pain

If you have joint pain, dieticians recommend avoiding sugars, refined grains, and red meat. But certain foods and spices can help reduce inflammation.
Kappa opioids may slow progression of osteoarthritis and reduce pain

A new study reveals that kappa opioids, a significantly less addictive opioid, may preserve cartilage in joints and ease pain.
Osteoarthritis can be debilitating: Know how to deal with the pain naturally

Osteoarthritis causes chronic pain and stiffness. Though treatment options are limited, you can delay the progression of and, at times, even reverse this condition naturally.
Strenuous physical activities may actually reduce your risk of knee osteoarthritis, say experts

Most people believe that high intensity, strenuous exercises may increase your chances of developing Knee osteoarthritis. But a new study begs to differ.
New drug reduces disease progression in knee osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis of the knee is a painful, disabling condition affecting hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
Social isolation can be a cause of osteoarthritis: Study

Apart from affecting health and well-being, social isolation can also lead to osteoarthritis (arthritis) in older adults, suggests a recent study.
Simple computational models can predict post-traumatic osteoarthritis: Study

According to a study published in the journal Clinical Biomechanics, a simplified computational model can help predict post-traumatic osteoarthritis in patients with ligament ruptures.
Pain medications associated with higher cardiovascular risk in osteoarthritis patients

According to a study published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology, the risk of congestive heart failure is 42 per cent higher among people with osteoarthritis compared with people without the condition.
Short walks may be helpful for older adults

Did you know? One hour a week of brisk walking may prevent disability in older adults suffering experiencing arthritis pain or knee stiffness. Read on to know more about this.
Try these natural remedies for osteoarthritis
Reduce your risk of osteoarthritis with regular exercises

A new study explains how working out every day can prevent cartilage degradation which is associated with osteoarthritis. Here are exercises that will keep your joints strong.
Self-care tips to tackle osteoarthritis

According to a new study, researchers have developed a therapeutic approach to treating osteoarthritis. Surely, this can be helpful. Moreover, you can also opt for these natural remedies to deal with it.
Researchers identify new therapeutic approach to treat osteoarthritis: Study

Researchers have now developed a new way to deliver treatment for cartilage regeneration.
An orthopaedician tells us how to choose the right footwear to prevent bunions, corns and other problems

Choose the right footwear for the intended activity. Never compromise on comfort for style. Remember, your feet are the foundation of your body.
Woman from Iraq weighing 100kg successfully undergoes knee replacement in Delhi

The 65-year-old woman from Baghdad, weighing 100kg who had a BMI (body mass index) of 44.5 was suffering from difficulty in walking and severe back pain. She successfully underwent a rare bilateral total knee replacement in a Delhi-based hospital.
Want to tackle osteoarthritis? These 5 home remedies may be helpful

According to the new study published in the journal Nature Genetics, 52 new genetic changes linked to osteoarthritis have been uncovered which may help develop new treatments for this painful condition. Read on to know more about it. Also, don't miss those self-care tips mentioned by us.
Know about 6 conditions that may lead to knee pain
5 best superfoods that help fight arthritis

The common symptoms of arthritis are swollen joints, loss of joint function and joint pain. So, it is important to control inflammation in your body by following a proper diet if you want to remain healthy.