… ultimately in older adults, their function and ability to live independently is one of the greatest predictors of health. I have patients who unless they take their opioid really cannot get out of bed. And if that small dose of opioid is going to …
Category: Arthritis
Handicapped parking can’t be for sale, state rules
TRENTON — A Burlington County apartment complex had to pay a disabled tenant $15,000 to settle a discrimination complaint over a handicapped parking space, according to the state Attorney General’s Office. The tenant, who wasn’t named in the Attorney General announcement about the case, is a woman who suffers from various illnesses, including coronary artery disease, arthritis in the hip, gait disorder and a vision impairment commonly known as “night blindness.”
Autoimmune disease drug linked to bone marrow disorders: Study
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have found a link between a drug used to treat autoimmune disease and an increase the risk of myeloid neoplasms in bone marrow disorders. Azathioprine is a drug commonly used to treat autoimmune disease.
Pfizer’s 3 Fastest-Growing Drugs
After years of declining sales due to patent expiration on its megablockbuster cholesterol drug Lipitor, the company finally appears to be on a path back to reporting year-over-year growth. Investments in mergers and acquisitions deserve some credit for its improving fortune, but a lot of it also rests on fast-growing drugs churned out by its research and development team.
Global Knee Replacement Market Set for Rapid Growth and Trend, by 2025
Knee Replacement is the common joint replacement surgery that are undertaken for patients with knee damaging diseases such as osteoarthritis, post-traumatic arthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. The rising number of elderly patients followed by the increasing number of surgeries undertaken is anticipated to grow the global knee replacement market.
Wrongly diagnosed foot injury may cause arthritis, chronic pain
New York, Jan.31 : Ever twisted an ankle or injured your foot and never thought of taking a second opinion after your doc prescribed you painkillers? Well give a second thought, now. The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association Review has highlighted the importance of additional imaging, second opinions for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Misdiagnosis of Common Foot and Ankle Injuries May Result in Arthritis, Chronic Pain and Disability
… literature that incorporates an integrative, comprehensive, patient-centered approach to clinical care and improving health.
Pets get therapy at Hooksett rehab center
… (Melissa Proulx/Union Leader Correspondent) A new veterinary rehabilitation practice is looking to further expand health-care offerings for animals in the state. Dr. Donna Chase specializes in physical therapy for companion pets at her new practice …
Tough workouts hurt hips
… she said. And with little downtime between routines or adherence to proper form, they were putting the long-term health of their hips at risk. “A lot of millennials are doing all of these high-intensity exercises that are great for the mental and …
How Big Is the Opportunity for Celgene’s Otezla Overseas?
Since winning approval for use in psoriasis in September 2014, Otezla has steadily been chipping away at U.S. market share in the indication, turning into a billion-dollar blockbuster in the process. Otezla’s sales continued climbing throughout 2016, and with launches planned in new international markets soon, sales could head even higher.
Readmission is a Penalty for Hospitals, But No Good Index to Assess Risk Exists, Study Notes
… Index, the Elixhauser Comorbidity Index and CMS’s Hierarchical Condition Category-for predicting mortality and health care utilization among joint replacement patients. The research team, led by Amit Kumar, a postdoctoral research associate at the …
Autoimmune disease solutions revealed
… living with some form of autoimmune disease – with some suffering from more than one. And, according to natural health experts like Dr. Peter Osborne, this is no coincidence. Will Western medicine ever face reality? Dr. Osborne maintains that diet, …
Study reveals chair yoga may reduce pain in elderly
… the control of the different elements of human nature, physical and psychical. According to US National Institutes of Health, yoga may help one to feel more relaxed, be more flexible, improve posture, breathe deeply, and get rid of stress. According …
Study finds acupuncture to be more effective in treating pain than morphine
… other medical conditions. Today researchers are slowly unraveling what benefits acupuncture can have on our overall health. According to new research , published in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine , acupuncture may be more efficient in …
Study finds acupuncture to be more effective in treating pain than morphine
… other medical conditions. Today researchers are slowly unraveling what benefits acupuncture can have on our overall health. According to new research , published in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine , acupuncture may be more efficient in …
People are now inurying their pets to score drugs.
Reports claim addicts have begun hurting their pets on purpose to get a hold of a painkiller given to animals with arthritis. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration declared Tramadol a controlled substance three years ago.
Physicians Board Certifies 4 More Conditions Qualify For Medical Marijuana
… licensed to dispense medical marijuana across the state. Harris said the medical marijuana program “is another good, health care choice for people suffering from some real serious diseases.” The Board of Physicians meets at least twice a year to …
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Var man kan kopa Celebrex Nederlanderna. Generic Celebrex is used for treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, juvenile arthritis or menstrual pain. It is also used in familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) to decrease the number of polyps (growths) in the rectal area.
Obesity in dogs sparks epidemic of canine arthritis
… exercise is also vital, he added. “It’s good for their well being and quality of life as well as just their physical health.” Today, many are living longer – and arthritis is a disease linked with old age. There is also a greater awareness of the …
Northumberland farmer fined nearly A 4,400 for moving unfit and lame sheep
The 57-year-old has now been prosecuted by Durham County Council and made to pay A 4,367.40. Prosecutors told how Dunn transported 34 animals from the farm where he lives to an abattoir at Spennymoor on March 6 last year.
Northumberland farmer fined nearly A 4,400 for moving unfit and lame sheep
The 57-year-old has now been prosecuted by Durham County Council and made to pay A 4,367.40. Prosecutors told how Dunn transported 34 animals from the farm where he lives to an abattoir at Spennymoor on March 6 last year.
Knee joint pain exercise: 5 simple exercises to get rid of knee joint pain18 min ago
Knee joint pain is one fo the most common ailment today along with back pain and neck pain. It is caused by a number of factors like insufficient nourishment, injury, too much weight, wrong posture and lack of exercise.
Orthopedic Devices Market: Trend, Opportunities, Segmentation , Analysis and Forecast to 2021
WiseGuyReports.com adds “Orthopedic Devices Market 2017 Global Analysis,Growth,Trend, Opportunities Research Report Forecasting to 2021″reports to its database. PUNE, INDIA, January 13, 2017 / EINPresswire.com / — Orthopedic Devices : Summary: Orthopedic device can be defined as medical device used to replace the damaged or misplaced bone in order to improve the function of skeleton and reduce pain due to problems associated with injury/defect.
Chair yoga may be effective approach to reduce osteoarthritis pain in older adults, study shows
… older adults with osteoarthritis to either the “Sit ‘N’ Fit Chair Yoga ” program developed by Kristine Lee or a health education program. Participants attended 45-minute sessions twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers measured pain, pain …
Don’t Blame the Weather for Your Aches and Pains: Study
… changes in the weather trigger pain in your back, think again, says research from The George Institute for Global Health which found that weather didn’t affect either back pain or osteoarthritis. “The belief that pain and inclement weather are …
Eat high-fiber diet to cut inflammation caused by gout
… interact with living organisms, we may be able to create diets that help people with the disease, as well as their health overall,” said Mauro M. Teixeira from the Federal University of Minas Gerais in Brazil. For the study, the team used a …
The Medical Minute: Taking Control of Back Pain
… better, then how to prevent a recurrence . Dr. Mark Knaub , chief of adult orthopedic spine service at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center , said soft tissue injuries – strains of muscles, ligaments or tendons – are the most common …
Aging and addicted: The opioid epidemic affects older adults, too
It took a lot of convincing for John Evard to go to rehab. Seven days into his stay at the Las Vegas Recovery Center, the nausea and aching muscles of opioid withdrawal were finally beginning to fade.
New Trends in Laser Therapy
Let’s face it: While most Americans are familiar with the concept of physical therapy, very few actually know about the wide range of treatments it can entail. New patients tend to come in with a set of ideas about physical therapy and, generally, these ideas aren’t wrong.
Spectrum Generations t…
Spectrum Generations will be hosting Tai Chi classes starting on January 4, 2017, at the Muskie Community Center at 38 Gold St, in Waterville from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. Classes will be taught by certified, trained professionals who will help participants improve balance, strength, and improve overall health and wellness.
New herbal composition (OA-F2) protects cartilage degeneration in a…
Prevalence of osteoarthritis is on rise on the global scale. At present there are no satisfactory pharmacological agents for treating OA.
We’re Bullish on Wide-Moat Amgen
Amgen has its roots in providing supportive-care products to kidney disease and cancer patients, and free cash flow as a percentage of sales hovers near 40% as the company undertakes massive cost-cutting and improves manufacturing. Strong newer blockbusters like Prolia/Xgeva and future blockbuster Repatha should defend Amgen’s wide economic moat from erosion caused by biosimilar and branded competition.
Opioid epidemic affects older adults, too
John Evard participates in a group therapy session during his stay at the Las Vegas Recovery Center. “I was a rule-follower,” said Evard.
Mikesell’s Recalls 2.25 Oz. Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips Friday, December 30
Mikesell’s Potato Chip Company. is recalling its 2.25 oz. Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Antares Pharma: Drug Delivery To Multiple Fronts Of Profitability
… growing for some time as patients can administer injections at home for routine medications without having to go to a health professional. The devices above offer a pre-filled, disposable dosage of drugs that allow maximum bioavailability as drugs …
Successful psoriasis treatment
Americans spend over $71 billion a year on lottery tickets – and scratch-off games are a huge favorite. But that’s nothing compared with the $112 billion that’s spent annually to deal with the itchy skin condition psoriasis and its associated health problems, such as arthritis, depression and cardiovascular disease.
What Ingredients are in Equine Joint Supplements?
This podcast is an excerpt from our Ask TheHorse Live audio event, ” The Science Behind Equine Supplements .” LIsten to the full recording here.
Stem cells selected by biomarkers safe for use in horses, study shows
A Swedish biomedical company says a study has shown that its stem cells are safe for use in horses, paving the way for further research amid plans to develop a horse stem cell product. Xintela’s has patented biomarker technology.
Ankylosing Spondylitis Treatment Market is Expected to Gain Popularity Across the Globe
The exact cause of ankylosing spondylitis is still unknown; however, a genetic link has been observed in some cases. People suffering from ankylosing spondylitis carry a gene called HLA-B27.
Chondroitin Sulfate Market is Expected to Gain Popularity Across the Globe
The global Chondroitin Sulfate market is driven by certain factors that are likely to boost the demand for chondroitin sulfate and as a consequence, propel growth of the global Chondroitin Sulfate market. Usually manufactured from animal sources, such as shark and cow cartilage, Chondroitin sulfate is a chemical normally found in cartilage around joints in the body.