Medications
Opioids ease osteoarthritis pain only slightly. Deadly risks need to be weighed against benefit
Osteoarthritis is one of the leading causes of disability, affecting more than 500 million people globally.
Feb 14, 2022
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Osteoarthritis
Arthritis & Rheumatism
How we walk could impact future arthritis
A new study suggests a person's walking style that places more pressure on the hips and knees can contribute to future osteoarthritis. Researchers say the key is to find and catch these habits 'in the act' early on.
Dec 21, 2021
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Medications
Topical pain-killers more effective, safer than opioids for knee osteoarthritis pain
Topical medication for pain relief is safer and more effective than opioids in treating knee osteoarthritis pain, according to a meta-analysis by Unity Health Toronto researchers.
Oct 13, 2021
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
The 3D technology that could revolutionize the treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee
A new technology called knee kinesiography is changing the way doctors treat of osteoarthritis of the knee. This form of osteoarthritis affects nearly four million Canadians, or 13.6 percent of the population, according to ...
Jul 12, 2021
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
Osteoarthritis program improving lives
Physiotherapy researchers led by La Trobe Associate Professor Christian Barton evaluated the effects of an education and exercise program on almost 2000 Australians with knee osteoarthritis.
May 25, 2021
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Medical research
Web-delivered exercise and tailored texts improve knee arthritis therapy
A new online program enhanced by text messages to help people with knee osteoarthritis exercise has been found to improve knee pain, physical function and quality of life, new research reveals.
Apr 13, 2021
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Medical research
How New Zealand's healthcare system is failing people with osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting almost 650 million people over the age of 40 worldwide.
Mar 31, 2021
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
Study shows opioid use among US patients with knee osteoarthritis costs 14 billion dollars in societal costs
Although guidelines do not recommend use of opioids to manage pain for individuals with knee osteoarthritis, a recent study published early online in Arthritis Care & Research, an official journal of the American College ...
Feb 25, 2021
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
Study finds digital treatment for osteoarthritis is superior to traditional routine care
The steadily increasing prevalence and high costs of treating chronic joint pain worldwide poses a challenge for healthcare systems and healthcare payers. New research published today in JAMA Network Open shows the effectiveness ...
Feb 24, 2021
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Arthritis & Rheumatism
High-intensity strength training no added benefit for knee osteoarthritis
High-intensity strength training does not significantly improve knee pain with osteoarthritis compared with low-intensity strength training or a control condition, according to a study published in the Feb. 16 issue of the ...
Feb 17, 2021
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