Lubricant’s Role In Keeping Joints Limber Comes Into Sharper Focus
Using a method that allows precise measurement of the biomechanical properties of the hip joints in mice, researchers at Duke University’s Pratt School of Engineering have found new evidence that an ingredient of joint fluid called lubricin plays a significant role in keeping joints limber.The researchers say the finding offers the strongest evidence yet that treatments designed to increase levels of lubricin in humans may help stall the deterioration of arthritic joints. [click link for full article]
Risk Of Knee Osteoarthritis Not Increased By Exercise
Regular exercise is recommended for middle-aged and older people, but the effect of exercise on the development of osteoarthritis (OA) in older people is unclear, especially if they are overweight. Some studies have suggested that exercise has a protective effect, but few studies have been conducted where patients are asked about physical activity and followed to find out what develops. [click link for full article]
Health Tip: Living With Osteoporosis
Title: Health Tip: Living With Osteoporosis
Category: Health News
Created: 3/9/2007 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/9/2007
