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What is the best thing for stiff joints?
What is the best thing for stiff joints?
Source: Medical News TodayMany people experience stiff joints as they age. Others may experience joint stiffness due to medical conditions and lifestyle choices. Sometimes, people can treat stiff joints at home.
Are Pricey Orthotic Insoles Worth It for Heel Pain?
Are Pricey Orthotic Insoles Worth It for Heel Pain?
Source: HealthDayFor people with chronic heel pain, costly "custom" shoe inserts are probably a waste of money, a new research review suggests.
Health Tip: Signs You Need Rotator Cuff Surgery
Health Tip: Signs You Need Rotator Cuff Surgery
Source: HealthDayThe rotator cuff is a collection of tendons and muscles that surround the shoulder. It's common for athletes -- for example, baseball pitchers -- to injure this area.
Incidence of and Risk Factors for Knee Collateral Ligament Injuries With Proximal Tibia Fractures: A Study of 32,441 Patients
Incidence of and Risk Factors for Knee Collateral Ligament Injuries With Proximal Tibia Fractures: A Study of 32,441 Patients
Source: HealioProximal tibia fractures are associated with concurrent collateral ligament injuries. Failure to recognize these injuries may lead to chronic knee instability. The purpose of this study was to identify risk factors for concurrent collateral ligament injuries with proximal tibia fractures and their association with inpatient outcomes.
Menopause found to worsen symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
Menopause found to worsen symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
Source: Medical XpressA recent study published in Rheumatology suggests that women with rheumatoid arthritis suffer a greater decline in physical function following menopause. After studying 8189 women with rheumatoid arthritis, researchers found that pre-menopausal women experienced a slower physical decline than those that were post-menopausal.
