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Ozempic, Wegovy Could Help Ease Knee Arthritis Pain
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 1, 2024
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The GLP-1 drug semaglutide can help obese people manage debilitating knee arthritis, a new trial has found.
People who received weekly injections of semaglutide -- the active agent in the diabetes drug Ozempic and the weight-loss medication Wegovy -- had a nearly 14% dec...
Too Much Fasting in Hospital Could Have Downside for Orthopedic Surgery Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 21, 2024
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The repeated fasting required for multiple surgeries in a row can slow a patient’s recovery and increase the risk of death, a new study war...
When Your Knee Cartilage Wears Out, a 'Biomaterial' Might Help Replace It
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 6, 2024
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A newly developed biomaterial might be able to treat crippling arthritis by prompting the growth of new cartilage, a new animal study suggests.
The bioactive material looks like rubbery goo, but it’s actually a complex biological stew designed to mimic natural car...
Sex Differences in Knee Arthritis Emerge as Early as Childhood
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- July 24, 2024
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The knee develops differently in men and women, with sex-specific distinctions in the joint appearing as early as childhood, a new study finds.
Taking these differences into account among girls could help prevent knee arthritis for women later in life, researchers say.
Average Hip, Knee Replacement Patient May Be Getting Younger
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- July 24, 2024
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Brent Ruch, a collegiate basketball center, opted to have his left knee replaced at age 35 after struggling with pain for years.
“Walking with a limp and living with a consistent aching pain was physically and emotionally difficult. I didn’t want ...
Pedal Power: Biking Could Help Prevent Knee Arthritis
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 15, 2024
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People who regularly ride bikes throughout their life are less likely to develop knee arthritis, a new study suggests.
Bicyclists are 17% less likely to have knee pain and 21% less likely to have symptoms of knee arthritis, compared to people who've never biked, research...
The Pros & Cons of Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 10, 2024
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Robot-assisted total knee replacements tend to have better outcomes on average, a new study reports.
Unfortunately, there's a downside"having a surgical robot assist a human surgeon can make the procedure much more costly.
Blood Test Might Predict Knee Osteoarthritis Years Early
- Lori Saxena HealthDay Reporter
- April 29, 2024
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A blood test could help doctors spot the signs of knee osteoarthritis at least eight years before it shows up on X-rays, a new study claims.
After analyzing the blood of 200 white British women, half diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis and half without, researchers discov...
Arthritis Can Often Follow ACL Surgeries in Young Adults
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 10, 2024
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Early-onset arthritis may hit as many as one in every four young people who undergo anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgeries, new research warns.
The arthritic pain emerges within 6 to 12 months post-surgery, according to Michigan State University (MSU) ...
You Can Safely Avoid Addictive Long-Acting Opioids After Knee Replacement
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 8, 2024
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It's well known that long-acting opioid meds raise the odds for addiction in users -- including folks dealing with pain after an orthopedic surgery.
Now, new research suggests that patients fare just as well if doctors prescribe less risky immediate-release opioids follo...
Calcium Crystals in Knee Could Be Worsening Arthritis
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2024
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Once considered harmless by doctors, calcium crystal deposits in the knee joint actually can contribute to worsening arthritis, a new study warns.
CT scans have revealed that calcium crystals in the knee can promote joint damage, wearing away the cartilage that keeps bon...
Citrus Supplement Could Ease Swelling After Knee Replacement
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- January 2, 2024
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A diet supplement derived from citrus fruits reduced swelling and pain after knee replacement surgery, a new clinical trial found.
The flavonoid supplement, diosmin, could offer a new approach to painful swelling after the procedure, according to a team led by
Want to Avoid Knee Replacement? Build Up Your Thighs
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 27, 2023
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Squats and lunges aren't the most fun exercises, but a new study says they'll help save your knees.
Folks with strong quads building up their thighs appear to be less likely to require a total knee replacement, according to a presentation scheduled for Monday at a meetin...
New Advances Mean Many Patients Go Home Same Day After Knee Replacement
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 24, 2023
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Robert Fleetwood, 73, needed joint replacements in both knees, both to relieve his arthritis pain and to continue competing in athletic activities.
And thanks to medical advances, Fleetwood was able to go home the same he had each knee replaced, in procedures spaced seve...
Knee Replacement More Challenging in People With Sickle Cell
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 19, 2023
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While joint reconstruction surgeries are fairly common, they may be anything but routine for people with sickle cell disease.
Patients with the blood disorder who undergo total knee replacement are at a higher risk for complications than other patients, according to a ne...
Does Running Bring on Arthritic Knees?
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- March 7, 2023
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New research offers up some good news for diehard marathon runners: You don't necessarily have to give up running if you are experiencing hip or knee pain.
Contrary to widespread opinion, running marathons does not increase your risk for developing hip or knee osteoarthr...
Even Light Exercise Can Help Arthritic Knees
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- January 24, 2023
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Even short bouts of light exercise can help the millions of people with knee osteoarthritis reduce pain and improve their range of motion.
Knee osteoarthritis, the wear-and-tear form of the disease, occurs when the cartilage between your bones breaks down, causing pain, ...
Do Steroid Injections Worsen Arthritic Knees?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 30, 2022
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Corticosteroid injections to relieve pain in patients with knee osteoarthritis could actually be setting them back.
Two new studies have discovered that, despite the temporary relief of symptoms, the injections were associated with continued progression of the disease.
Could NSAIDs Like Ibuprofen, Aleve Make Arthritic Knees Worse?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 22, 2022
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Over-the-counter pain relievers like aspirin, Aleve or ibuprofen don't do a thing to slow the progression of knee arthritis, and might even make things worse, a new study suggests.
Knee arthritis patients who regularly took nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) w...
Tips on Keeping Joints Limber, Healthy as You Age
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 22, 2022
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For many people, it is possible to slow the loss of joint cartilage as they age and avoid surgery to boot.
It Doesn't Take Much Weight Gain to Raise Odds for Knee Trouble
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 19, 2022
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A person doesn't have to pack on very many extra pounds before their risk of needing a knee replacement increases substantially, a new evidence review has found.
Weight gain of just 11 pounds increases a woman's odds of needing
Knee, Shoulder Surgeries Without Opioids? It's Possible, Study Finds
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 10, 2022
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While politicians and health officials seek solutions to an opioid epidemic that kills tens of thousands every year, doctors who prescribe the pain medications are seeking alternatives for their patients.
Knee Trouble? Losing Weight May Help Slow Arthritis
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- September 23, 2022
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Losing excess weight may not only help prevent knee arthritis, but also slow its progression in people who already have the condition, a recent study suggests.
Researchers found that among over 9,000 middle-aged and older adults, those who managed to shed some extra weig...
Poll: Most Americans Over 50 Suffer Some Type of Joint Pain
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 13, 2022
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Aching joints are common for people over 50, but it's still important to talk to a doctor about it rather than endlessly self-medicating, experts say.
Now, a new poll...
Rehab: What to Expect After Your Knee Replacement
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 20, 2022
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Most people who have had a knee replacement would agree that the procedure brings relief from pain.
And following a comprehensive rehabilitation plan can make recovery...
Repair or Reconstruction: What's Best for ACL Tears?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- July 18, 2022
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Adults who tear a key ligament in the knee can fare well with a less extensive type of surgery, preliminary research suggests.
When Is It Time for a Knee Replacement?
- March 19, 2022
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Knee replacement surgery is one of the most common procedures in the United States, with more than 790,000 performed each year.
Deciding the time for knee replacement needs to b...
Rehab or Steroid Shots: What's Best for Arthritic Knees?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 28, 2022
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Physical therapy for knee arthritis tends to cost patients more out-of-pocket and involves a lot more hassle than a quick steroid shot to soothe an aching joint.
But in the long run, physical therapy is at least as cost-effective as steroid injections and is more likely ...
Is a Night in the Hospital Necessary After Hip, Knee Replacement?
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- January 19, 2022
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For many people undergoing total hip or knee replacement, same-day surgery is a safe option, new research shows.
Among folks in overall good health, the study of nearly 1.8 million patients found similar post-op complication rates among those who had outpatient joint rep...
Addictive Opioid Painkillers Might Not Be Needed After Knee Surgery
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- November 23, 2021
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Addictive opioid painkillers aren't the only option for patients seeking relief following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee reconstruction, researchers say.
As the United States wrestles with skyrocketing rates of opioid abuse and drug overdose deaths, the findings m...
Jog on: Exercise Won't Raise Your Odds for Arthritic Knees
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 10, 2021
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Dr. Kim Huffman, an avid runner, gets a fair amount of guff from friends about the impact that her favorite exercise has on her body.
"People all the time tell me, 'Oh, you wait until you're 60. Your knees are going to hate you for it'," Huffman said. "And I'm like, 'Tha...
Acupuncture During a Knee Replacement Could Lessen Post-Surgical Pain
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- October 12, 2021
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After knee replacement surgery, many patients experience a level of pain that has them reaching for prescription opioid painkillers. Now new research suggests that using acupuncture during the operation may help reduce that pain without raising the risk of addiction.
"Th...
Could Nose Cartilage Help Repair Worn-Out Knees?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- September 2, 2021
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When people have knee arthritis, cartilage cushioning the joint progressively breaks down. Now an early study hints at a possible solution: replacing it with cartilage from the nose.
Researchers tested the approach in just two patients with knee arthritis, and said much ...