ArthritisDigest2013
First ever study to prevent chronic widespread pain begins
A research team from Aberdeen in the UK is investigating if cognitive behavioural therapy over the phone could prevent the development of chronic widespread pain in almost 1,000 people at high risk.
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Rheumatoid arthritis fatigue can be improved with successful treatment
Successful treatment of rheumatoid arthritis can help reduce the chronic fatigue often associated with the condition, says research in Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology.
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Diet and exercise help prevent knee pain in overweight people in the short term, says new research
Overweight adults at high risk of knee pain may be able to prevent it by taking more physical exercise and having a better diet, according to a study published in Arthritis Care & Research. Continue reading
Frequent running not related to worsening of osteoarthritis in knees, experts discover. Reported by Joshua Uden
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Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and many people believe that the problem can be made worse by running regularly. However, a new study suggests this is not the case. Continue reading
Stem cell discovery may lead to targeted osteoarthritis treatment
Targeted stem cell treatments for osteoarthritis inch closer after Arthritis UK researchers find individual stem cells that can regenerate tissue, cartilage and bone. Continue reading
