Disabled World News

Osteoarthritis Incidence Higher Among Military Personnel

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:05:34 EST

Osteoarthritis incidence significantly higher among US military personnel compared to general population.

Obesity and Knee Osteoarthritis Shorten Healthy Years of Life

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 20:26:35 EST

An estimated 10 million Americans suffer from knee osteoarthritis (OA), making it one of the most common causes of disability in the US.

Practitioners Not Adhering to Guidelines for Osteoarthritis

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:38:32 EST

Clinical practitioners not adhering to evidence-based guidelines for osteoarthritis. Clinicians rely upon analgesics and surgery; overlook exercise and weight loss for patients.

New Drug Offers Big Relief for Osteoarthritis Pain

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:06:32 EST

But for small number, joints got worse and drug development was put on hold.

Treating Glenohumeral - Shoulder Joint Osteoarthritis

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:59:51 EST

Shoulder arthritis? What patients need to know before treatment - AAOS issues clinical practice guidelines for treating glenohumeral joint osteoarthritis.

Treatments for Osteoarthritis and Arthritis of the Knee

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:18:01 EST

Knee arthritis? Flexible options can help keep you active
Tailoring treatment programs to individual goals and activities is the key to success.

Knee Injury Surgery Does Not Decrease Osteoarthritis Risk

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:35:48 EST

Surgical repair of knee injuries does not decrease risk of osteoarthritis