Osteoarthritis (OA), a common degenerative joint disease that affects millions of people worldwide, particularly targets the knee joint. Over time, the cartilage within the joint wears down, leading to damage in the underlying bone and […]
Dr. Ho Sang Jung and his research team from the Advanced Bio and Healthcare Materials Research Division at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS), in collaboration with Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, have developed a […]
A common diabetes drug can reduce the pain of people with knee osteoarthritis and overweight or obesity, possibly delaying the need for knee replacements, Monash University-led research has found.This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com
Hip replacement surgery, or total hip arthroplasty (THA), can lessen pain and improve function in individuals with hip osteoarthritis, but some patients continue to experience long-term physical deficits—including muscle weakness, decreased functional mobility, and increased […]
Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most prevalent conditions affecting tens of millions of U.S. adults, traditionally understood as a disease driven primarily by mechanical wear and tear. This perspective is being reshaped by emerging […]
A recent study has uncovered a potential breakthrough in treating osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH), a debilitating bone disease that causes severe pain and joint collapse. Researchers have discovered that exosomes derived from M2 […]
Systemic sclerosis, or scleroderma, causes the hardening of skin and connective tissues. Often, the disease harms other organs, such as the heart, kidneys, lungs, and gastrointestinal tract, and it can lead to death.This article was […]
Exercise therapy is suggested as a first-line treatment to improve joint pain and loss of function caused by osteoarthritis (OA), a musculoskeletal disorder that affects more than 595 million people worldwide. Yoga and strengthening exercises […]
A clinical trial co-led by the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) has found that blocking inflammation with the drug certolizumab significantly reduces the risk of serious adverse pregnancy outcomes in women with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS).This […]
About one in five American adults have osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. No treatment, however, exists to target the causes of the disease or […]
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