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How Does Drinking Too Much Alcohol Worsen Your Joints?

Arthritis can be thought of as a condition in which one or more joints become swollen and painful. Stiffness and pain are significant symptoms of arthritis and they often get worse with age. Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are the most common forms of arthritis. In rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system attacks the joints and in …

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How Does Arthritis Affect Your Quality of Life If Left Untreated?

Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the joints, including the cartilage, synovial membrane, ligaments, and underlying bone. There are many types of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, and psoriatic arthritis. Although not immediately fatal like heart disease or cancer, untreated arthritis can lead to serious consequences for both physical and mental …

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How Does Alcohol Affect Your Bones and Joints?

We often hear about the effects of alcohol on the liver or heart, but did you know that it also affects your bones, muscles, joints, and nerves? Understanding these effects can help you make informed choices about your alcohol consumption and your overall health. In addition, alcohol makes it difficult for us to think clearly, …

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Signs, symptoms, causes and prevent osteoarthritis (OA) in seniors?

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a long-term condition where your joints can become painful and stiff. This can limit your movement and ability to do things. Signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis People with OA may experience a wide range of symptoms. These can include: Causes of arthritis Arthritis includes many different types, each type will have its own …

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What is Arthritis? 7 Kinds of Arthritis You Should Know

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis (a condition that affects your joints). Healthcare providers sometimes refer to it as degenerative joint disease or OA. It happens when the cartilage that lines your joints is worn down over time and your bones rub against each other when you use your affected joints. Usually, the …

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How Arthritis Can Ruin Your Life?

Arthritis is more than just joint pain – it can have a serious impact on your daily life, making even simple tasks difficult. If left untreated, it can lead to chronic pain, disability, and emotional distress. Here’s how arthritis can negatively affect your life: 1. Constant Pain 2. Reduced Mobility 3. Sleep Issues 4. Mental …

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All things to know about osteoarthritis for seniors

Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis (a condition that affects your joints). Healthcare providers sometimes refer to it as degenerative joint disease or OA. It happens when the cartilage that lines your joints is worn down over time and your bones rub against each other when you use your affected joints. Common Symptoms of Osteoarthritis …

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What is Arthritis? Causes and Effective Prevention

Arthritis is a disease that causes damage in your joints. Joints are places in your body where two bones meet. What is the main cause of arthritis? What causes arthritis varies depending on which type you have: Anyone can develop arthritis, but some factors may make you more likely to, including: Some people have a higher arthritis risk, including: …

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What is osteoarthritis? Symptoms and Prevention

What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis (a condition that affects your joints). Healthcare providers sometimes refer to it as degenerative joint disease or OA. It happens when the cartilage that lines your joints is worn down over time and your bones rub against each other when you use your affected joints. Usually, …

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Introducing: the 21-day step-by-step arthritis strategy

It’s like you’ve booked a daily session with me and we are sitting in my office. For 21 days, I’ll take you by your hand and lead you through the exact next step to overcome your arthritis. Each day, I give you a mini-step to add into your overall strategy. It may be to cut …