* Researchers detect knee problems at an earlier stage Oct 14, 2009
A National Chung Cheng University (CCU) research program has created a technique using micro and nano-testing to detect deteriorating knee joints at an early stage in an effort to reduce problems associated with osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative joint disease. With the new invention, physicians will be able to identify the source of the chronic disease and perform treatment at its early and moderate stage using minimally invasive procedures, a university statement said, adding that the more... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Sitting cross-legged can worsen arthritis Oct 12, 2009
Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease in the aged population where the surface of the joint gets damaged and the surrounding bone gets thicker. Rathore's doctor, R.K. Sharma, a senior consultant and joint replacement surgeon at Apollo Hospital, said: "She had full range of movement so she was not the typical arthritis case. Her left knee was severely deformed so we did a knee ortheoplasty. She is doing well now.". (India Times, India)
Getting better visualization of joint cartilage through cationic CT contrast agents Sep 2, 2009
The loss of GAGs from these joints is the hallmark of osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease in which wear or trauma results in damage to the cartilage surface. To better see the differentiation between healthy and unhealthy cartilage, contrast agents provide the visual tool to assess GAG content. (EurekAlert!)
Strong Thighs May Mean Less Knee Pain for Women Aug 29, 2009
The knee is the most common joint affected by osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, a major cause of disability in the United States, researchers say. In the United States, nearly 27 million adults suffer from osteoarthritis, and 16 percent of cases in people aged 45 and older affect the knee. (MEDLINEplus)
Women with strong thigh muscles protected from symptomatic knee osteoarthritis Aug 27, 2009
The knee is the most common weight-bearing joint affected by osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease, a major cause of disability in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 26. 9 million U.S. adults are affected by OA with 16% (aged 45+ years) of those cases occurring in the knee. (EurekAlert!)
Stilettos or Flats? Doctors Analyze Which is Better Aug 26, 2009
"We have the chronic effect of actually wearing heels for a long time, that actually effect the muscles, the balance, deformities, and the number one thing is degenerative joint disease," said Dr. Kathya Zinzser, Temple School of Pediatric Medicine. And as women get older, doctors say, deterioration of bones and muscles may cause the arches in their feet to become lax and lose support, which could lead to pain for more body parts than just the feet. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Mich. high court to reconsider auto injury suits Aug 23, 2009
The judge said doctors found some indication of degenerative joint disease in McCormick's ankle, which he argued would effect the trajectory of his life. The Supreme Court is expected to hear the case between October and May. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Management of Osteoarthritis Jul 26, 2009
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease frequently seen in older adults. Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease around the world. (Suite101.com)
Hildreth: Why does the brain wear out first? Jul 16, 2009
Alterations and restrictions of cerebrospinal fluid flow can be influenced by spine or head restriction secondary to trauma and spinal or cervical arthritis resulting in degenerative joint disease. Every restriction in circulatory flow, whether it is cardiovascular including the venous return, cerebrospinal fluid or circulating lymph flow, will influence the biochemistry and electrical potential of every cell and this includes brain cells and brain function also. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Pain Of Dysplasia In Dogs Relieved With Gold Treatment, Study Shows Jun 30, 2009
Implantation of gold is an effective treatment for chronic degenerative joint disease and the method has few serious side-effects. This study could not uncover if part of the effect was due to acupuncture, to the gold lying in the soft tissue, or to a combination of the two. (Science Daily)
Vet Warns of Misidentification Possibilities for VA Services May 16, 2009
I ve got degenerative joint disease, heart trouble with four stents put in my heart, high blood pressure and acid reflux, all from getting so upset. All this was going on from 1979, he said. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Chlamydia May Play Role In A Type Of Arthritis May 7, 2009
31, 2007) The most common degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis is marked by the breakdown of articular cartilage, which is the type of cartilage that lines the ends of most limb bones. It can afflict any. (Science Daily)
Arthritis in Cats - Learning to Spo... May 6, 2009
Feline arthritis is a degenerative joint disease which occurs most often in middle-aged to older cats. Arthritis in cats results in pain which affects the quality of life. (Suite101.com)
Why Does a Senior Cat Cry at Night? Apr 15, 2009
arthritis or other degenerative joint disease. bad teeth or other oral health problems. (Suite101.com)
Maxine's final exit: Facing a mother's suicide Mar 30, 2009
She suffered from fibromyalgia, from osteoporosis, from acid reflux, from a degenerative joint disease. Two knee replacements and one hip replacement didn't help she told people it felt like she was walking on tree trunks. (MSNBC -- Health)
• Recurrent lesion may not need aggressive treatment Mar 6, 2009
He has a past medical history of degenerative joint disease of the cervical and lumbar spine but is otherwise in good health. Could you supply us with any information on these rarely diagnosed disorders. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
