Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, is a major health problem affecting an estimated 21 million adults in the United States alone. Osteoarthritis begins with the breakdown of joint cartilage which results in pain, stiffness, swelling a... Read more
When you hear the term "arthritis," you probably imagine painful and stiff joints. While that is pretty accurate (arthritis literally means "joint inflammation"), there are actually over 100 different types of arthritis, which is... Read more
When cartilage that cushions your joints begins to breakdown faster than your body can replace it, you develop osteoarthritis. Without this protective tissue, the bones in your joints rub together, causing pain, tenderness, swelling and stiffness. Lo... Read more
Unlike other forms of forms of arthritis, your risk of developing osteoarthritis is largely related to lifestyle factors like diet, weight, exercise, and previous injury. In fact, dietary and lifestyle changes can have a huge affect on the prevention... Read more
My mom used to love aerobics. Back in the '80s, she had an electric blue workout outfit that I liked to wear when I played dress up. She did Jane Fonda's toning tapes in front of the TV, walked (with her Walkman) in the mornings with a fr... Read more
I noticed that every time I do a squat my knees pop. Also, when I use my hand weights my shoulder and elbow joints pop. What does that mean? I've been exercising for awhile now and I still notice this. Any suggestions?... Read more
Does anyone have any experience with taking glucosamine chondroitin or whether it will help joint aches and stiffness? My doctor recommended it along with losing weight to help take away the discomfort in my knees. It might also help to prevent joint... Read more
I have not tracked any fitness tests because the ones recommended (crunches, push-ups, and step test) are not things I can do. Are there fitness tests for someone who is over 60 and has back, knee, and shoulder issues?... Read more
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I'm 26, I've just started changing my food intake to try to lose 44lbs to reach my goal weight and be healthier.... my problem with gaining weight has been the loss of mobility due to having worsening Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Dysautonomia an... Read more
I'm currently 23 (almost 24) and started running a little over a year ago. For the past few weeks I've started seriously training for a half-marathon in May (I'm following Hal Higdon's Half-Marathon training plan Novice 1). I was wondering if it woul... Read more
If you are obese, your knees and hips experience up to 6 times as much pressure when walking down a flight of stairs & you are at risk for osteoarthritis in the kness, hands, ankles and hips. Eating tuna or salmon twice a week will give you the Omega... Read more
ELATIONS has 1,500 mg Glucosamine and 1,200 mg Chondroitin for Healthier Joints. It has 7 packets in the box and is more absorbable than pills, tastes great, has 6 g carbs, 0 g sugar, 300 mg calcium, 6 mg boron.... Read more
For people with knee osteoarthritis, our journey is a virtual cross country trip of your choice, via a stationary bike, while losing weight, getting in great shape and building up those knee muscles!... Read more
Over the years, I've gotten some interesting comments when family or friends find out I'm a runner. "Be careful- that stuff is terrible for your knees!" or "Why would you want to do that kind of damage to your joints?" are some of the most memorable... Read more
For many years, people have been searching for ways to alleviate joint pain, especially those who suffer from the painful effects of osteoarthritis. Glucosamine and chondroitin are two naturally occurring substances in your body that help build and... Read more
