Artitis

1. An EKG for the Knee

   Knee pain due to arthritis or injury is the second most common cause of chronic pain in the United States. Osteoarthritis affects more than 30 million adults in the United States. And the rate of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears among children and teens has been increasing about 2.3% per year for the past two decades, according to a new study. The specific cause of a patient’s knee pain has always been difficult to determine because diagnostic tools such as x-ray or MRI only image the joint in a static standing or lying down position, not in motion when the patient is feeling pain. “So what's been missing is a tool to understand exactly what's going on in the knee, what are the mechanical deficits in the knee that correlate with these [pain] sympto...

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2. People with arthritis more likely to die of heart disease 'because joint pain stops them exercising'

   The longer a patient had a diagnosis, the higher their risk became, a study by Lund University in Sweden found. Nine to 11 years of living with arthritis raised the risk of heart disease death by 16 per cent. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

3. Electroacupuncture Intensity and Chronic Pain in Knee OA Electroacupuncture Intensity and Chronic Pain in Knee OA

   High intensity electroacupuncture provided more beneficial effects on osteoarthritis pain than lower intensity, according to a new study.Arthritis Research & Therapy (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

4. What ’s really behind the spread of Lyme disease? Clue: it’s not the Pentagon | Peter Beaumont

   After my tick bite I realised that the climate crisis was a more likely culprit than any conspiracy theory about weaponisationThe first indication I ’d picked up a tick-borne disease three years ago was the excruciating arthritic pain in my feet as I hobbled to a dinner party at a neighbour’s house in Jerusalem.Later that night I experienced flu-like symptoms, including a raging fever that, even with antibiotics, would last for more than a week.Continue reading... (Source: Guardian Unlimited Science)

5. Guaiacum toxicity: an unusal poisoning - Bhushan D, Agarwal M.

   Guaiacum is a homeopathic medicine used for arthritis, syphilis and tonsillitis. Its use as a substance abuse is not properly described in literature. Its excess intake may be life threatening and can damage the vision permanently. © Journal of the... (Source: SafetyLit)

6. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Arthritis Among US Adults, 2016

   (Source: CDC Preventing Chronic Disease)

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7. Safety Practice Violations ID'd in Septic Arthritis Outbreak

   THURSDAY, July 18, 2019 -- Breaches of recommended infection prevention practices have been identified in an outbreak of septic arthritis cases after intra-articular injections performed in a private outpatient facility, according to a report... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)

8. Arthritis Is Tied to Heart Disease Risk

   Men and women with osteoarthritis of the hips or knees were at higher risk of dying from heart disease or heart failure. (Source: NYT Health)

9. Safety Lapses Spurred Septic Knee Arthritis Outbreak Safety Lapses Spurred Septic Knee Arthritis Outbreak

   Forty-one patients who received intra-articular injections at a private outpatient osteoarthritis clinic contracted this rare condition, an investigation showed.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Emergency Medicine Headlines)

10. Medical News Today: How can rheumatoid arthritis affect the jaw?

    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect the jaw joint, causing tenderness and swelling. In this article, we look at the symptoms and treatments for RA in the jaw. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

11. Arthritis Relief Product Earns Highest Rating from...

    Exomine, a leading Arthritis product, receives the highest ranking available from TopConsumerReviews.com.(PRWeb July 16, 2019)Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/arthritis_relief_product_earns_highest_rating_from_topconsumerreviews_com/prweb16443530.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)

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12. Opioids Commonly Prescribed in Emergency Department for Gout

    MONDAY, July 15, 2019 -- More than one-fourth of patients with acute gout discharged from the emergency department receive an opioid prescription, according to a study published online July 2 in Arthritis Care& Research. Deepan S. Dalal, M.D.,... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)

13. Ureaplasma Septic Arthritis: An Unusual Case Unfolds Ureaplasma Septic Arthritis: An Unusual Case Unfolds

    The case of a 56-year-old woman with lymphoma in remission and now presenting with polyarthritis.Medscape Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Critical Care Headlines)

14. Health Tip: Treating a Bunion

    Title: Health Tip: Treating a BunionCategory: Health NewsCreated: 7/12/2019 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/12/2019 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)

15. Medical News Today: How does alcohol affect rheumatoid arthritis?

    Drinking a moderate amount of alcohol is generally safe for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and it may even offer some benefits. However, alcohol can interfere with some RA medications, and heavy drinking can lead to health problems. We take a look at the research and official guidelines here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

16. How to ease arthritis: Evidence suggests this popular fruit could keep flare-ups in check

    Arthritis is a common condition in the UK, affecting more than 10 million people. While there is no cure, certain products have been proven to alleviate symptoms. Growing evidence suggests this popular fruit could help. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

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17. Medical News Today: Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis: Everything you need to know

    Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, which is also called juvenile idiopathic arthritis or JIA, is an autoimmune disease that affects children. Learn about the symptoms, causes, treatment, and outlook here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

18. Elderly-Onset Rheumatoid Arthritis Ups Bone Erosion Risk

    THURSDAY, July 11, 2019 -- Elderly-onset rheumatoid arthritis (EORA) is a risk factor for bone erosions, even with clinical disease remission, according to a study published in the June issue of the International Journal of Rheumatic... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)

19. Medical News Today: Can minocycline help treat rheumatoid arthritis?

    Minocycline is an antibiotic that can reduce inflammation. Minocycline can relieve the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but newer treatments are more common options. Learn about minocycline and other treatments for RA here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

20. Natural treatment for rheumatoid arthritis: Research shows yoga can relieve physical and psychological symptoms

    (Natural News) People around the globe practice yoga to enjoy its many health benefits. According to a study in the journal Restorative Neurology and Neuroscience, the practice can also benefit those who have active rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In the eight-week study, the researchers observed that intensive yoga practice significantly reduced the severity of the physical and... (Source: NaturalNews.com)