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8 Tips for People with Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that occurs when the cartilage between bone joints wears away, allowing bones to rub against each other. Osteoarthritis can cause pain, swelling, stiffness, and occasionally numbness.
Common Signs of Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that has a wide range of symptoms, from numbness of the arms and legs, to paralysis, even diminished brain function.
Multiple Sclerosis and Pregnancy
MS is more common in women of childbearing age than in any other group of people. Many women have questions about the effects of multiple sclerosis on childbearing.
Exercise Reduced Need for Hip Replacement
All surgery has risks, and a total hip replacement is no exception. Researchers may have found a way for some people with hip pain to avoid or delay the need for this surgery.
7 Common Questions About Restless Legs Syndrome
Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a neurological disorder that causes an irresistable urge to move the legs. Here are seven common questions about RLS.
Milk Didn't Do a Hip Good
Commercials have told viewers for years that "Milk does a body good." The actual evidence, however, shows that may not be true when it comes to hip fractures.
Becoming Alzheimer's Aware
Dementia is not a normal part of aging, but the risk of issues like memory loss does increase with age. As the population ages, many are pushing for more awareness of conditions related to memory loss.
Managing Tuberous Sclerosis
Figuring out how to best manage a disease can be difficult, especially if that disease is rare. In a recent article, new approaches for managing one such rare condition, tuberous sclerosis, were laid out.
Healthier Hearts After Joint Surgery
For patients with arthritis, joint replacement surgery could mean more than relief from pain and stiffness. It might protect against heart disease too.
Fewer Seizures for Kids with TSC
Chronic seizures in childhood can be scary and stressful, and some parents turn to surgery in hopes of finding a permanent solution.