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Study indicates potential of alendronate and estrogen progression of osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee, a chronic inflammatory disease marked by cartilage degradation and bone abnormalities, is a leading cause of disability among elderly people in the United States.

4 Nov 2004

Topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug eases symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee

Symptoms of primary osteoarthritis of the knee, including pain and stiffness, were significantly improved in patients who used a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), according to an article in the October 11 issue of The Archives of Internal Medicine.

11 Oct 2004

Study underscores the need for improved prevention and treatment of torn knee ligaments among young female athletes

Of the more than 17 million players participating in organized soccer nationwide, 7 million are female. While offering an equal opportunity playing field for student athletes, soccer has one unfortunate gender bias: women are more susceptible to knee injury.

7 Oct 2004

Osteoarthritis twice as likely if parents suffer the condition

New research published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, shows that children whose parents have osteoarthritis of the knee are twice as likely to develop the condition themselves. This research suggests that genetic make-up plays a role in osteoarthritis development.

12 Aug 2004

Study to establish the effectiveness of Devil’s Claw as a treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee joint

The University of Southampton’s Complementary Medicine Research Unit is looking for volunteers to take part in a new study which aims to establish the effectiveness of a well-known herbal remedy as a treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee joint.

19 Jul 2004

Weight loss and exercise regime helps osteoarthritis

A combination of moderate weight loss and exercise is an effective treatment for overweight adults with osteoarthritis of the knee, according to new research from Wake Forest University published in the May issue of the journal Arthritis & Rheumatism.

6 May 2004

African American and Asian American patients are less likely than whites to turn to a medical specialist

African American and Asian American patients are less likely than whites to turn to a medical specialist for their initial care, suggesting a possible explanation for why racial differences in health care exist, according to a new UCLA study.

4 May 2004

New research suggest that steroid treatment for osteoarthritis knee suffers may not progress disease as previously thought

Steroid treatment for osteoarthritis knee suffers was thought to progress the disease, but that belief has been overturned following a review of the literature by researchers at The University of Auckland. Associate-Professor Bruce Arroll, from the School of Population Health at the University, says that osteoarthritic knee pain is one of the leading causes of disability amongst older people.

30 Mar 2004

Knee Pain News and Research

Study indicates potential of alendronate and estrogen progression of osteoarthritis

Topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug eases symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee

Study underscores the need for improved prevention and treatment of torn knee ligaments among young female athletes

Osteoarthritis twice as likely if parents suffer the condition

Study to establish the effectiveness of Devil’s Claw as a treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee joint

Weight loss and exercise regime helps osteoarthritis

African American and Asian American patients are less likely than whites to turn to a medical specialist

New research suggest that steroid treatment for osteoarthritis knee suffers may not progress disease as previously thought

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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