The Latest Breaking News from Arthritis

Funding mission aims to offers hope for arthritis cure

A multimillion-dollar research centre to combat arthritis is being heralded as a massive boost for the huge number of Australians who suffer from the disease.

AAP · Jun 10

Concord Biotech shares gain 6% after USFDA approval for Tofacitinib tablets

Concord Biotech's shares surged over 6% after receiving USFDA approval for its Tofacitinib Tablets in 5 mg and 10 mg strengths. This approval for rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions is expected to bolster its U.S. market presence and product portfolio, targeting a $500 million market opportunity.

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Why Joint Pain Gets Worse in Summer for Some Women — Doctors Explain

Summer is often associated with outdoor activities, vacations, and warmer temperatures that can help loosen stiff joints. Yet for many women, the season brings an unexpected problem: worsening joint pain. If you’ve ever noticed your knees, hips, hands, or shoulders feeling more swollen or achy during a heatwave, you’re not…

Budget and the Bees · Jun 7

Simple Walking Adjustment May Ease Knee Arthritis Pain and Slow Joint Damage, Study Finds

According to recent clinical studies, a simple change in the way you walk may not only provide meaningful relief but also potentially reduce long-term pain and slow the progression of osteoarthritis.

Medical Daily · May 26

Covid is now hitting young Indians in a shocking new way, doctors say people in their 30s are suddenly needing hip replacements

Hip replacement surgeries among Indians in their 30s and 40s have reportedly risen by nearly 40 per cent in the post-Covid period. Doctors say the increase is largely linked to steroid-related bone damage and delayed diagnosis of avascular necrosis (AVN), a painful condition that can lead to severe hip arthritis…

The Economic Times · May 25

Medicare Could Lower Some Seniors’ Prescription Costs by Thousands in 2026

Big changes are lining up for Medicare in 2026, and they could reshape how much seniors pay at the pharmacy counter in a very real way. Prescription drugs often drain retirement budgets faster than many other healthcare expenses, especially for people managing chronic conditions like diabetes, arthritis, or heart disease.…

The Free Financial Advisor · May 22

Forget Pain Pills: Knee Bracing, Water Therapy and Exercise Beat Drugs for Arthritis Pain, New Study Finds

For millions of adults living with aching, stiff knees, the first instinct is often to reach for a pain pill. But new research suggests there may be a better path to relief that doesn’t start in the medicine cabinet. A recent analysis of knee osteoarthritis treatments found that knee bracing,…

Budget and the Bees · May 20

Immunovant Q4 Earnings Call Highlights

Roivant executives used the company’s fourth-quarter and fiscal-year earnings call to highlight new clinical data from its development portfolio, upcoming readouts and its strengthened balance sheet following a settlement with Moderna. Matthew Klein, CEO of Roivant, said the company has had “a pret

MarketBeat · May 20

Walking Beats Weightlifting for Knee Arthritis: Aerobic Exercise Provides the Best Pain Relief

Knee arthritis affects millions of adults, making everyday activities like climbing stairs, grocery shopping, or even getting out of bed feel painful and exhausting. Many people assume lifting weights is the best way to strengthen weak joints, but newer research suggests that walking and other aerobic exercises may actually provide…

Budget and the Bees · May 10

The Kitchen Gadget That Saves Arthritic Hands: Best Jar‑Openers for Seniors

Opening a stubborn pickle jar can feel like an impossible task when arthritis, reduced grip strength, or hand pain gets in the way. For many...

Saving Advice · May 7