Arthritis in the News

05/20/2013 - But at least one expert questions benefits of the alternative treatment

04/26/2013 - Swedish study found how much and how long they smoked made a difference

04/12/2013 - The footwear alters gait and reduces load on the joint, researchers say

04/04/2013 - Hormonal changes could influence disease severity, researchers say

04/02/2013 - Damage to the tissue that cushions joints occurs even before people feel pain, research shows

03/25/2013 - Screening for smoking, obesity and diabetes may help identify those at greater risk for rheumatoid arthritis

03/19/2013 - Study looked at osteoarthritis patients in severe pain

03/15/2013 - Study looked at direct health care spending, worker productivity

03/14/2013 - Injecting a gene responsible for lubrication in joints may one day help humans, researcher says

03/11/2013 - Slow the progression of hip arthritis

03/06/2013 - Studies found it activated cells in the immune system, resulting in form of MS in rodents

03/05/2013 - But study finds that high doses of corticosteroids double the odds of developing painful skin disease

03/05/2013 - Experts identify commonly ordered tests and treatments that are often expensive and unhelpful

02/22/2013 - Anti-inflammatory drug meloxicam provided pain relief, but not from petting, in study

02/14/2013 - Study looked at PFCs, found in products from nonstick cookware to carpeting

02/05/2013 - Women estimated to have more exposure to UV-B rays had decreased risk, researchers say

01/08/2013 - No benefit seen in those taking supplements over those given placebo

11/28/2012 - Compared to osteoarthritis, those with rheumatoid disease had higher risk of infection, dislocation

11/26/2012 - Finding might help lead to improved treatments for painful condition, researchers say

11/26/2012 - High-impact exercise linked to cartilage deterioration, osteoarthritis, researchers say