Osteoarthritis
New technique – cooled radiofrequency ablation – “stuns” hip and shoulder arthritis pain
A new procedure may offer lasting pain relief to people who have moderate to severe arthritis in their hip and shoulder joints, according to a study presented at a recent conference.
Continue readingOpt for cross trainer over running and rackets when it comes to knee arthritis
Exercising with a cross trainer may have less of a negative impact on knee arthritis than running and racket sports says an interesting study presented at an international meeting.
Continue readingSteroid injections do not hasten the need for knee replacement says new research
Corticosteroid injections in the knees of people with arthritis do not accelerate a patient’s progression to a total knee replacement when compared with hyaluronic acid injections, researchers outlined at a recent rheumatology conference.
Continue readingMethotrexate seems to improve knee arthritis
A widely available drug that is commonly used to treat inflammatory forms of arthritis could be added to the arsenal of treatments for osteoarthritis after a new study had promising results.
Continue readingKnee surgery satisfaction hinges on support, depression and optimism
Success of knee surgery is impacted by depression, levels of support, coping mechanisms and optimism.
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