Regular Updates on the Many Forms of Arthritis
Gout is a painful condition which results from high levels of uric acid in the blood. Over time the uric acid forms crystals in the joints which leads to inflammation, stiffness and pain.
Normally, the kidneys remove uric acid from the blood and eliminate it in urine. But the kidneys in those with gout do not [...]
Many studies have shown the health benefits of fish oil, such as cod liver oil, due to its high content of Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids (EFA). Omega-3 EFAs have significant anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce the symptoms of inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
This led to the question of whether [...]
What we eat is known to affect overall health and the functioning of the body’s systems. Studies have shown that a Mediterranean diet, which includes olive oil, has a positive impact on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms. But until recently, there has only been anecdotal evidence of changes in diet resulting in RA symptom improvement.
In addition, [...]
Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) has been identified as having a key responsibility in many inflammatory diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis (RA). There has been substantial research into the early signaling pathways activated by TNF, but there is not much known about the delayed and chronic TNF responses.
In addition, cells called macrophages (cells within the tissues that [...]
Researchers from Rush Medical College conducted a study into the effects of various types of footwear on knee osteoarthritis (OA). What they found was that shoes which allowed natural foot motion and flexibility are more favorable on the knees.
Much research points to unusually high loading of the knees (high amounts of stress on part or [...]
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