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Early skeleton map reveals how bones form in humans
The first "blueprint" of human skeletal development reveals how the skeleton forms, shedding light on the process of arthritis, and highlighting cells involved in conditions that affect skull and bone growth.
Nov 20, 2024
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Knee problems tend to flare up as you age—an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options
Knee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for 41% of all athletic injuries. But knee injuries aren't limited to competitive athletes. In our everyday lives, an accident or a quick movement in the wrong direction can ...
Nov 18, 2024
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How new therapies are transforming the treatment of juvenile idiopathic arthritis
The use of biologic and targeted therapies for children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) surpassed more typical therapies in recent years, according to Rutgers Health researchers.
Nov 13, 2024
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Biomarker discovery offers a novel therapeutic approach for rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common form of chronic inflammatory arthritis, characterized by synovitis and progressive destruction of bone and cartilage in the affected joints. Conventional synthetic disease-modifying ...
Nov 12, 2024
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Gut microbiome dynamics linked to rheumatoid arthritis progression
University of Leeds-led research has identified specific changes in the gut microbiome of individuals at risk of rheumatoid arthritis, potentially discovering disease onset mechanisms.
Gut microbiome changes linked to onset of clinically evident rheumatoid arthritis
Changes in the make-up of the gut microbiome are linked to the onset of clinically evident rheumatoid arthritis in those at risk of the disease because of genetic, environmental, or immunological factors, suggests research ...
Nov 8, 2024
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Light physical activity linked to improved vascular parameters in rheumatoid arthritis
Sedentary behavior (SB) is negatively associated and light physical activity (PA) is positively associated with vascular parameters among postmenopausal women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a study published ...
Nov 6, 2024
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Two genes linked to rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis could serve as targets for diagnosis and treatment
Rheumatoid arthritis is a common disease affecting an estimated 17 million people worldwide. The disease is caused by immune cells attacking the joints and can result in pain, swelling, and damage to the cartilage and bone. ...
Nov 5, 2024
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Bidirectional link seen for rheumatoid arthritis, interstitial lung disease
There is a bidirectional association for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and interstitial lung disease (ILD), according to a study published online Oct. 12 in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.
Nov 5, 2024
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Anxiety/depression linked to health-related quality-of-life losses in seropositive rheumatoid arthritis
Patients with seropositive rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with moderate and extreme anxiety/depression have mean health-related quality-of-life (HRQoL) losses, regardless of pain and discomfort, according to a study published ...
Nov 5, 2024
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Unifying systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis and Still's disease
The European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology, in partnership with the Pediatric Rheumatology European Society (PReS), has developed new recommendations for the diagnosis and management of Still's disease, comprising ...
Nov 1, 2024
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New technique allows technicolor imaging of degenerative joint disease
Medical imaging is no longer in Kansas, Toto, as a team led by Penn State researchers brings traditional black and white diagnostic images of X-rays and traditional CT scans into technicolor. The researchers developed novel ...
Oct 28, 2024
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New research shows a link between inflammatory bowel disease and joint problems
There is a strong connection between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and spondyloarthritis—a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. The risk is particularly high among patients with Crohn's disease and ...
Oct 28, 2024
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Joint problem solving: Study investigates how couples cope with rheumatoid arthritis
An Australian-first study has lifted the lid on how couples living with rheumatoid arthritis cope with the debilitating disease, finding that those who cope with problems together had less psychological distress and better ...
Oct 23, 2024
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Early rheumatoid arthritis tied to hypertension
Patients with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a high incidence of prevalent and incident hypertension, according to a study published online in the August issue of Rheumatology: Advances in Practice.
Oct 22, 2024
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Asian and older rheumatoid arthritis sufferers 50% less likely to receive targeted treatment, finds study
Asian patients are half as likely to be started on biologic drugs for rheumatoid arthritis as white patients, new research has shown.
Oct 16, 2024
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Study finds genetics, not lifestyle, is a major cause of gout
A major international study has found that gout is a chronic illness in which genetics is a major cause, rather than the lifestyle choices of the sufferer.
Oct 15, 2024
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Researchers pioneer novel method to enhance effectiveness of MSC therapy for cartilage repair
Researchers have developed a novel method to enhance the ability of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) to generate cartilage tissue by adding ascorbic acid (AA) during MSC expansion.
Oct 15, 2024
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Experts update recommendations for modern approach for systemic sclerosis
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare connective tissue disorder, with both autoimmune and vascular features. The main hallmark is tissue and vascular fibrosis that can result in clinical heterogeneity of manifestations across ...
Oct 14, 2024
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Protein blocking bone development could hold clues for future osteoporosis treatment
Scientists have identified a protein that blocks the activity of bone-forming cells (osteoblasts) by stopping them from maturing during the journey to sites of bone formation.
Oct 11, 2024
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Patients with rheumatoid arthritis frequently have persisting pain, study finds
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) undergoing standard-of-care treatment frequently have persisting pain, according to a study published online Sept. 30 in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.
Oct 11, 2024
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Study finds 41% of people have 'creaky knees'
La Trobe researchers have discovered that almost half the population has "creaky knees" in a study investigating how common the problem is and what it means for the health of our knees.
Oct 10, 2024
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Age-related macular degeneration tied to heightened risk for rheumatoid arthritis
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is associated with a higher risk for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a study published online Sept. 9 in Scientific Reports.
Oct 10, 2024
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Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio indicates risk in rheumatoid arthritis
For patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR) is an independent risk factor indicating prognosis, according to a study published online Sept. 18 in Frontiers in Immunology.
Oct 10, 2024
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Caffeine intake linked to better vascular health in study
Consuming more caffeine may improve heart health, according to a study published in the Rheumatology journal.
Oct 9, 2024
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