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Handgrip strength is a reliable predictor for age-related disease and disability, finds study

Handgrip strength is a reliable predictor for age-related disease and disability, finds study

Handgrip strength is a reliable predictor for age-related disease and disability, finds studybyUniversity of South AustraliaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study led by the University of Sout

Handgrip strength is a reliable predictor for age-related disease and disability, finds study

Handgrip strength is a reliable predictor for age-related disease and disability, finds studybyUniversity of South AustraliaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study led by the University of Sout
Marfan syndrome and related disorders: A genetic panel approach

Marfan syndrome and related disorders: A genetic panel approach

by Association of Basic Medical Sciences of FBIHCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn a recently published study spearheaded by Giovanny Fuentevilla-Álvarez and his team at the National Institute

Marfan syndrome and related disorders: A genetic panel approach

by Association of Basic Medical Sciences of FBIHCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainIn a recently published study spearheaded by Giovanny Fuentevilla-Álvarez and his team at the National Institute
Many U.S. seniors may need better knee arthritis care

Many U.S. seniors may need better knee arthritis care

by Denise MannJust a fraction of older Americans with arthritic knees try physical therapy, pain-relieving injections or other more conservative measures before undergoing knee replacement surgery, ne

Many U.S. seniors may need better knee arthritis care

by Denise MannJust a fraction of older Americans with arthritic knees try physical therapy, pain-relieving injections or other more conservative measures before undergoing knee replacement surgery, ne
New research sheds light on symptoms of understudied spine disease

New research sheds light on symptoms of understudied spine disease

by Crystal Mackay,University of Western OntarioImage of a spine. Credit: Séguin Lab / University of Western OntarioAfter hearing firsthand from patients about how the disease impacted their live

New research sheds light on symptoms of understudied spine disease

by Crystal Mackay,University of Western OntarioImage of a spine. Credit: Séguin Lab / University of Western OntarioAfter hearing firsthand from patients about how the disease impacted their live
New device to rewarm frostbitten hands and feet could prevent amputations

New device to rewarm frostbitten hands and feet could prevent amputations

by Gillian Rutherford,University of AlbertaCredit: University of AlbertaA University of Alberta team has developed a device to provide a more reliable, aseptic and economical treatment for frost

New device to rewarm frostbitten hands and feet could prevent amputations

by Gillian Rutherford,University of AlbertaCredit: University of AlbertaA University of Alberta team has developed a device to provide a more reliable, aseptic and economical treatment for frost
New theory on genesis of osteoarthritis comes with successful therapy in mice

New theory on genesis of osteoarthritis comes with successful therapy in mice

by Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineWhen placed in the bone (green) beneath the cartilage (red) of a rat's knee joint, antibodies against the protein TGF-beta1 can prevent the damag

New theory on genesis of osteoarthritis comes with successful therapy in mice

by Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineWhen placed in the bone (green) beneath the cartilage (red) of a rat's knee joint, antibodies against the protein TGF-beta1 can prevent the damag
Study compares traditional versus dynamic chairs during prolonged seated work

Study compares traditional versus dynamic chairs during prolonged seated work

byUniversity of WaterlooA traditional office chair (left) and a "dynamic" chair. Credit: University of WaterlooThose trying to alleviate back pain after long hours of sitting at work m

Study compares traditional versus dynamic chairs during prolonged seated work

byUniversity of WaterlooA traditional office chair (left) and a "dynamic" chair. Credit: University of WaterlooThose trying to alleviate back pain after long hours of sitting at work m
Risk factors ID'd for revision of total hip replacement

Risk factors ID'd for revision of total hip replacement

Younger, taller, and heavier patients who undergo primary total hip replacement are at a greater risk of needing a revision surgery, according to research published in the December issue ofArthr

Risk factors ID'd for revision of total hip replacement

Younger, taller, and heavier patients who undergo primary total hip replacement are at a greater risk of needing a revision surgery, according to research published in the December issue ofArthr
Can walking for exercise help prevent pain in individuals with knee osteoarthritis?

Can walking for exercise help prevent pain in individuals with knee osteoarthritis?

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn a study published inArthritis & Rheumatologythat included individuals aged 50 years and older who had knee osteoarthritis, those who walking fo

Can walking for exercise help prevent pain in individuals with knee osteoarthritis?

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainIn a study published inArthritis & Rheumatologythat included individuals aged 50 years and older who had knee osteoarthritis, those who walking fo
Gout linked to increased hip fracture risk in women

Gout linked to increased hip fracture risk in women

(HealthDay)—For women, a history of gout is associated with increased risk of hip fracture, according to a study published online Jan. 28 inArthritis & Rheumatology.Julie M. Paik, M.D., M.P.

Gout linked to increased hip fracture risk in women

(HealthDay)—For women, a history of gout is associated with increased risk of hip fracture, according to a study published online Jan. 28 inArthritis & Rheumatology.Julie M. Paik, M.D., M.P.