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Osher Günsberg: ‘The worst thing is being told the pain is all in your head. But holy moly, was it empowering!’

From hard-partying TV star to mindfulness-practising family guy, Günsberg says he got really lucky in life. But he also got osteoarthritis in his 30s

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Knee problems tend to flare up as you age – an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options

Knee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for 41% of all athletic injuries. But knee injuries aren’t limited to competitive athletes. In our everyday lives, an accident or a quick movement in the wrong direction can injure the knee and require medical treatment. A quarter of the adult population worldwide…

The Conversation

Eight conditions weight-loss jabs might be beneficial for

The weight-loss jab Wegovy made its debut on June 4 2021. It was the first new weight-loss drug to be approved by the US Food and Drug Administration since 2014.

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New study suggests weight loss drugs like Ozempic could help with knee pain. Here’s why there may be a link

The drug semaglutide, commonly known by the brand names Ozempic or Wegovy, was originally developed to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels.

The Conversation

Weight Loss Drugs Could Be A Treatment Option For Osteoarthritis: Says Study

A recent study revealed that semaglutide injections, a drug commonly used for weight loss, could dramatically reduce osteoarthritis symptoms, cutting pain levels by nearly 50%.

Medical Daily

Menopause and Osteoarthritis: How end of reproductive cycle can increase musculoskeletal risks amongst women

Menopause is a natural part of ageing and can be understood as the end of a female’s reproductive years. During menopause, a woman’s body goes through numerous physiological and psychological changes. The prominent physiological symptom of menopause is a woman’s ovary terminating the release of eggs for fertilisation. This phase…

The Times of India

Untreated joint pain and Osteoarthritis: What you need to know

Yes, It is quite a fact that untreated joint pain can lead to osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease that worsens over time and causes chronic pain that leads to joint damage by wear and tear of cartilage, the tissue that protects the ends of bones and joints. This exposes nerve endings…

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Menopause and Osteoarthritis: How end of reproductive cycle can increase musculoskeletal risks amongst women

Osteoarthritis, a common kind of arthritis is often seen in postmenopausal women. The hormone estrogen is a significant contributor.

The Times of India

Tiny knee bone linked to osteoarthritis ‘may have helped humans walk upright’

The lateral fabella is three times as common today than it was a century ago.

The Independent UK

Do you have knee pain from osteoarthritis? You might not need surgery. Here’s what to try instead

Most people with knee osteoarthritis can control their pain and improve their mobility without surgery, according to updated treatment guidelines from the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care.

The Conversation

Exercise key to skip surgery for common knee condition

As the understanding of a common degenerative joint disease shifts, doctors are calling for a rethink of how the condition is treated and discussed.

AAP

Best Glucosamine Sulfate Supplements Of 2024 And Its Benefits

As you age, your body loses the ability to make sufficient levels of glucosamine needed to maintain cartilage health. Glucosamine sulfate supplements may help improve joint health and mobility.

Medical Daily

Is your desk job killing your back? Ancient Egyptian scribes had the same aches and pains, say researchers

Tens of thousands of years ago, during a period of Egyptian history known as the Old Kingdom (around 2649–2130 BC), it was rare for people to be able to read and write. From an estimated population of between 1 million and 1.5 million, only about 1% were literate and able…

The Conversation

Is Organogenesis a Hidden Gem in the Biotech Sector?

Given Organogenesis’s (ORGO) upbeat first-quarter results and promising development of its ReNu program for knee osteoarthritis, the company seems to be on the brink of significant growth. Let’s delve into its fundamentals to determine whether it's a hidden gem in the biotech sector. Read more to find out….

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Ancient Egyptian 'office workers' had terrible posture just like us, disfigured skeletons reveal

The development of osteoarthritis was more common among scribes than their ancient Egyptian peers, a study finds.

Medical Daily

Study Identifies Exercise That Could Reduce Knee Pain, Risk Of Osteoarthritis

Regular bicycling could reduce the chances of frequent knee pain, radiographic osteoarthritis (ROA), and symptomatic radiographic osteoarthritis (SOA), the study revealed.

Dynamite News

Researchers give more insight into hip osteoarthritis among older adults with spinal deformity

A study found that one-third of patients receiving surgery for adult spinal deformity (ASD) also have severe hip osteoarthritis (OA), which can lead to poor spinal alignment and physical functionality. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Blood test powered by AI could catch osteoarthritis 8 years earlier than X-ray, early data show

A new blood test could determine whether someone will develop knee osteoarthritis up to eight years before structural damage is picked up by an X-ray.

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‘I couldn’t wait to get back into sports leggings’ – a hip replacement at 52

Sophie Walker was fit and active until she was struck down by osteoarthritis and a hip replacement was her only option. Here she describes her journey to recovery

The Times of India

Post-surgery care tips to recover from knee replacement surgery

Knee replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, involves resurfacing damaged knee components with substitutes made of metal alloy. The primary goal is to relieve persistent pain and enhance mobility for individuals with compromised knee function. Common reasons include osteoarthritis, age-related issues, rheumatoid arthritis, severe knee injuries, or deformities. Surgeons assess…

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Breakthrough Research Offers Hope For Curing Arthritis

Scientists discover stem cells that could re-strengthen cartilage, potentially reversing osteoarthritis.

Chicago Sun-Times

Stronger thigh muscles may reduce the risk of total knee replacement surgery, study finds

In the U.S., 14 million adults have symptomatic knee osteoarthritis and more than 600,000 undergo total knee replacement surgery each year at a cost of $30,249.

The Conversation

What is the PanaNatra line of painkillers and can herbal products effectively relieve pain?

In an era where chronic pain affects millions worldwide, the search for effective and safe pain relief has never been greater.

AAP

Arthritis cure hope as 'Gremlin' therapy shows promise

A stem cell treatment that boosts cartilage growth in mice has researchers excited about a potential long-awaited cure for osteoarthritis.

The Conversation

New research has found an existing drug could help many people with painful hand osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common disease of the joints, and often affects the hands. One in two women and one in four men will have symptoms of hand osteoarthritis by the time they turn 85.

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