Iona Walton
High salt levels increase risk of rheumatoid arthritis in some people
Salt intake is in the mix when it comes to factors that could influence development of autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, a research team discusses in Autoimmunity Reviews. Continue reading
Experimental bone engineered by researchers may help osteoarthritis patients
Researchers are developing an artificial bone that could in the future be used to treat osteoarthritis. Continue reading
Which natural products for managing osteoarthritis show the most promise?
Osteoarthritis is associated with reduced quality of life and lost productivity. But current treatments have limitations when it comes to how well they work. And taking strong painkillers and other drugs on a long term basis isn’t good for other aspects of health Continue reading
Older adults with a fall prevention plan less likely to end up in hospital
Older adults who are at risk of falling are less likely to experience fall-related hospitalisations when they have a fall prevention plan, says research in The Gerontologist. Continue reading
Cannabinoids may increase pain tolerability – latest findings
Cannabinoids seems to increase the level of pain people can tolerate, according to new research in JAMA Psychiatry. Continue reading
