Psoriatic arthritis
Men self-manage arthritis better if masculine identity is not threatened
Self-management support is better received by men with long-term health issues such as arthritis if it does not threaten aspects of masculine identity, says research in BMC Public Health.
A review of the current research evidence was carried out to see if certain types of support are more appealing and accessible to men with long-term health conditions such as arthritis. Continue reading
Leading arthritis charity calls for personalised care plans for people with musculoskeletal conditions
People with musculoskeletal health conditions would be empowered if they had a care plan designed to support them in self-managing their condition and wellbeing, says a new report from Arthritis Research UK.
About 20% of people in the UK go to the doctor about a musculoskeletal condition such as arthritis every year. But only 12% of people with these conditions have a care plan to support them. Continue reading
New turmeric-based formulation may release anti-inflammatory benefits throughout body
Over-the-counter curcumin supplements might not get past your digestive system, according to some experts, but now new research has found that a modified form of the spice can release its anti-inflammatory qualities throughout the body.
Curcumin is a naturally occurring compound found in the spice turmeric that has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine. Continue reading
Relief for dogs with arthritis: new natural supplement may have implications for humans too
Arthritis pain in dogs can be relieved, with no apparent side effects, by a new product based on medicinal plants and dietary supplements, a study group claims in Research in Veterinary Science.
The team came up with two formulas that are not commercially available. The first, composed of curcumin, devil’s claw, black current, Indian frankincense (Salai), willow bark, pineapple bromelaine and camomile, was developed to treat arthritis-induced inflammation. Continue reading
Fat culprit – adipokines – key to triggering rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases
Compounds secreted by fat tissue are under the spotlight as new research highlights their destructive role in the development and outcome of several immune-related conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis.
“We’ve been aware of a long list of causes of autoimmune disorders — infections, smoking, pesticides, lack of vitamins, and so forth,” explains Prof Yehuda Shoenfeld. “But in the last five years, a new factor has emerged that cannot be ignored: obesity. Continue reading
