A joint disorder that involves damaging of the joint (area of the human body wherein two bones meet), thus inflammation of one or more joints is called arthritis. A lot of people are confused as to the type of arthritis that they are experiencing. Basically, there are two common types of arthritis that many are experiencing nowadays. These are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Each type has different symptoms as well as different characteristics for diagnosing and treating it. Many are confused as to what type of arthritis an individual maybe experiencing that is why in this article we shall talk about the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis for you [...]
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Osteoporosis Treatment and Osteoporosis Prevention
by on 10. May, 2010 in Arthritis
Osteoporosis is a condition distinguished by a decrease in bone density, resulting in weak strength and fragile bones. The condition turns to be in the form of an abnormally porous type bone which is sponge like and compressible. This disorder of the skeleton renders the bone weak and results in recurrent fractures in the bones. Deficit of calcium and vitamin D can worsen osteoporosis, but is not the main and only cause. Osteoporosis can be there without any symptoms for years, because it doesn’t cause symptoms until there is an injury or bone fracture. Moreover, some osteoporotic fractures can be not discerned when they do not cause symptoms. So patients [...]
Pilates Exercises for Arthritis
by on 03. Jan, 2010 in Arthritis
Pilates is soon becoming the most acceptable form of arthritis exercise. Arthritis exercises are traditionally in the form of moderate exercises, gentle Yoga workouts, water exercise and walking. But now Pilates, according to research is known to be very effective as an arthritis exercise. They not only make your joints strong but also leave you refreshed and energetic, unlike some exercises that may tire you. Here are a few arthritis exercises. 1. Imprinted Spine: Lie on a raised platform or a mat with knees bent and hips width apart. Inhale, and engage your abdominal muscles. Breathe out and move your pelvis into a ‘slight push’ sensing your lower back touch [...]
Arthritis Exercises to Prevent Joint Problems
by on 03. Jan, 2010 in Arthritis
It is wrong to assume that you should not do exercises during arthritis, thinking that you could create more problems for painful joints and knees. In fact, exercises strengthen your knees and joints and reduce the pain significantly. You should do regular, moderate level exercises; such forms of workout will make joints more mobile and counter fatigue and pain. Your physical trainer or personal trainer can create exercise programs that can considerably reduce pain and fatigue. Here are some of the arthritis exercises that you can do: 1. Low impact aerobics: Aerobic exercises improve stamina and overall fitness, with benefits in the form of improved muscle function and joint stability. [...]
Arthritis – Symptoms, Diagnosis, Exercises, Diet & Treatment
by on 01. Jan, 2010 in Arthritis
Osteoarthritis is not meant to strike people in their 30s. But the unfortunate thing is that it does happen. When she was 33 years old, Caren Williams was diagnosed with Osteoarthritis of the spine, knee and the ankle. Now she is 48 and she has had surgery done on her ankle and left knee. She will soon be operated on the right knee as well. If Caren had taken care to understand the warning signs and symptoms of arthritis. Though she herself a fitness trainer, Caren hailed a family that had a history of arthritis case. True to her athletic streak, Caren would exert herself physically running on knees that [...]
Natural Home Remedies for Arthritis
by on 01. Jan, 2010 in Arthritis
Here are the home remedies to cure arthritis. These natural remedies are inexpensive ways to cure arthritis, so much that if you do them in the early stages, you may not have to do joint replacement. Arthritis home remedies are as follows: Potato Juice: Raw potato juice is considered one of the best natural treatments for arthritis problems, osteoarthritis as well as rheumatoid arthritis. All you need to is cut a medium size potato into thin slices, without removing the skin and place the slices overnight in a big glass filled with cold water. The water should be drunk on an empty stomach in the morning. Green vegetables juice: One [...]
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