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Arthritis is not a disease, but rather a term for a number of conditions that affect your body’s joints. A joint is a point where two or more bones meet, such as in your wrists, knuckles, hips, knees, and ankles. Arthritis damages your joints, often causing discomfort and pain. It can range from mild to …
Knee pain at night can disrupt your sleep, leading to inadequate rest. Lack of sleep can increase the intensity of pain and reduce the quality of sleep, which can lead to a vicious cycle of more pain and less sleep for those with knee pain at night. Knee pain at night can be particularly uncomfortable, …
Sleep and pain are intimately linked, and can be both beneficial and harmful. Getting a good night’s sleep can significantly improve your perception of pain, reduce inflammation, and ultimately help you manage your symptoms over the long term. The connection between sleep and pain is complex and cyclical. Pain affects the quality of your sleep. …
Arthritis is one of the most common chronic bone and joint diseases today, especially in middle-aged and elderly people. The disease not only causes pain, inflammation, and limited mobility, but also seriously reduces the quality of life. Good weight control not only helps reduce pressure on the joints but also slows down the process of …
Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common painful joint conditions, and obesity is now considered a major modifiable risk factor for osteoarthritis. According to the CDC, with more than 71% of adults in the United States over the age of 20 being overweight or obese, it’s probably no surprise that weight-related joint problems are …
If you have arthritis, whether you have inflammation or not, you may notice that your joints become more uncomfortable when the weather gets cold. When the temperature drops, you may experience more joint pain. This is no coincidence, as colder weather can be hard on your joints. While cold weather does not cause arthritis, it …
Loss of cartilage, stiffness and general wear and tear can take a toll on joints in older age. It’s not unusual to see someone in their advanced years stooped over or walking more slowly. These changes often have to do with what happens to joints as you get older. Common joint changes include: The top …
As we age, our bodies undergo various changes that make us more susceptible to knee pain. The articular cartilage of the knee joint, which serves as a cushion between the bones, for example, wears away over time. This removes the cushion that protects the bones and prevents them from rubbing against each other, leading to …
The morning can be one of the most difficult times of the day for those who suffer from joint pains and morning stiffness. Morning stiffness can be caused by a variety of conditions, including arthritis, fibromyalgia, and other chronic health conditions. It can also be caused by inactivity, obesity, ageing, rheumatoid conditions, and sleeping on …
Knee arthritis is a condition in which the cartilage in your knee wears away, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced mobility. The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints in the body, and when you have arthritis, even simple activities like walking, climbing stairs, or standing can become difficult. In healthy …
