Osteoarthritis can not be called a disease by itself. It is a fall out of many disorders which cause functional and structural failure of one or many body joints. This does not mean dysfunction of the cartilage alone but the adjoining muscles, ligaments, bone, lining of the joint and the cover of the joint.More...
Causes And Prevention Of Osteoarthritis
The bones in the knee are like a universal joint with a cartilage between them which act as a cushion and prevent wear and tear. In individuals suffering from ‘Osteoarthritis’, this cartilage wears away. In worse condition, the cartilage disappears completely and the bones begin to rub against each other. The muscles and the ligaments around the joints begin to loosen and become weak.More...
Food That Triggers Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition in the joints wherein the cartilage of the joints which provides cushioning effect gets worn out causing pain. Along with Exercising, a change in the diet with reduced intake of certain allergens is necessary.
Eminent doctors observe that allergens in food will continue the cycle of degeneration and inflammation till they are detected and eliminated.More...
Comparison Of Osteoarthritis Drugs
Osteoarthritis (OA) also known as degenerative joint disease is caused by wear and tear of cartilage that covers and acts as cushion inside joints and also lubricates the joints. Osteoarthritis commonly affects hips, feet, spine, knees and the large weight bearing joints such as hips and knees.
As OA progresses, the effected joints appear large and there is low-grade inflammation in the joints. Pain relief is the primary objective of osteoarthritis medication.More...
How To Treat Osteoarthritis In The Shoulder
Shoulder osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease of shoulder is caused by wear and tear of articular cartilage (cartilage is a smooth shiny material that covers joints allowing them to glide easily as you move). It is caused due to progressive wearing away of cartilage. Osteoarthritis of shoulder mainly affects two joints, the acromioclavicular joint and the glenohumeral joint. Shoulder osteoarthritis mostly affects people above 50 years of age.More...
