Tai Chi and arthritis
In China, it has been known for centuries that Tai Chi can help arthritis. All state Arthritis Foundations in Australia have supported suitable Tai Chi instructors as part of a program for arthritis. Many people have gained health benefits and ... [... more]
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Arthritis - juvenile
Juvenile arthritis is a general term that describes seven types of arthritis diagnosed in children sometime between birth and 16 years of age. Other names for juvenile arthritis include juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile chronic arthritis, ... [... more]
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Rheumatoid arthritis - Better Health Channel.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease in which inflammation (pain, heat and swelling) affects the joints and other organs of the body. The hands, feet and knees are commonly affected. There is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis but there are ways to ... [... more]
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Arthritis and exercise
Arthritis is a general term that describes more than 100 conditions that affect the joints of the body. Exercise can reduce some of the symptoms of arthritis and improve joint mobility and strength. People with arthritis should choose their type ... [... more]
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Arthritis and water exercise
Warm water exercise (hydrotherapy) is helpful for people with arthritis. The body is supported and the resistance of moving through water boosts muscle strength and endurance. Warm water exercise (hydrotherapy) is particularly helpful, because ... [... more]
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Arthritis - Better Health Channel.
Arthritis is a general term that means pain, stiffness and inflammation in the joints of the body. There are more than 100 types of arthritis. There is no cure for arthritis. Management techniques can include medical treatment and medication, ... [... more]
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Arthritis and diet
Arthritis is a general term describing over 100 conditions that cause joint pain, stiffness and (perhaps) inflammation. There is no dietary cure for arthritis and, with the exception of gout, there is no single food to eat or avoid (or dietary ... [... more]
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Gout - Better Health Channel.
Gout is a common form of arthritis. Gout is caused by a build-up of a waste product, uric acid, in the bloodstream. Excess uric acid settles in joints causing inflammation, pain and swelling. Gout can be successfully managed with a combination of ... [... more]
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Osteoarthritis - Better Health Channel.
Osteoarthritis is a disease of the joints. The two bones of a joint are normally protected by smooth, cushioning material called cartilage. In osteoarthritis, cartilage breaks down, causing pain and stiffness in the joint. Osteoarthritis is one ... [... more]
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Arthroscopy
Arthroscopy is the examination of the inside of a joint using a special illuminating instrument inserted through a small incision or 'portal'. A common use of the arthroscope is the examination and surgical repair of the knee joint. Arthroscopy ... [... more]
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What is arthritis?
Arthritis is a general term that describes problems with the joint, or the ligaments, tendons and muscles near the joint. The three most significant forms of arthritis accounting for most cases in Australia &151; are osteoarthritis (OA), ... [... more]
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Alcohol halves risk of developing arthritis
A new study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases has found that a regular tipple cuts the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. A group of researchers from Sweden, Denmark and the US have found that people who drink the equivalent ... [... more]
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