Healthcare News
Link found between gut bacteria, successful joint replacement
Having healthy gut flora—the trillions of bacteria housed in our intestines—could lower the risk of infection following knee and hip replacement surgeries, while an unhealthy intestinal flora may increase the risk of infection.
Study suggests surgery better than observation for older patients with meniscus tear
Patients over age 50 who underwent an all inside arthroscopic repair technique had lower rates of subsequent total knee surgery than a similar group that was only observed, according to research presented at the American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting today.
Knee osteoarthritis: A low-carb diet may relieve symptoms
A randomized controlled study finds that a diet low in carbs can relieve pain for people who have knee osteoarthritis.
Mystery arthritis-linked knee bone three times more common than 100 years ago
The bone, linked to knee problems and pain, is buried in a tendon behind the knee, and was once rare in humans.
Exercises and stretches for hip pain
There are many possible causes of hip pain, ranging from muscle strains and injuries to arthritis and inflammatory disorders. However, gently exercising the hips can often help relieve pain and restore mobility.
One Short, Brisk Walk a Day May Keep Arthritis at Bay
Less than 10 minutes a day of brisk walking can help prevent disability in people with arthritis pain in their knee, hip, ankle or foot, researchers report.
Clinical trial shows promise of stem cells in offering safe, effective relief from arthritic knees
Stem cells collected from the patient's own bone marrow holds great interest as a potential therapy for osteoarthritis of the knee (KOA) because of their ability to regenerate the damaged cartilage. The results were released today in STEM CELLS Translational Medicine (SCTM).
Types of Knee Braces for Support and Injury Prevention
The use of knee braces in sports medicine is a controversial topic. Knee braces are used for a wide variety of problems and conditions. But do knee braces help?
Hip Fracture Dangers and Mortality Rates
A broken bone may not sound serious, but if you are an older man or woman, a hip fracture can be the start of many severe health problems. How dangerous is a broken hip in an older person, and what is the mortality rate after a hip fracture?
Knee osteoarthritis: Know the warning signs
OA is the most common type of arthritis. The symptoms include swelling, pain, and stiffness. When it affects the knee, it can be difficult for a person to exercise, to climb stairs, or even to walk.
