The People's Perspective on Medicine
What Can You Do to Control Arthritis Pain?
Staying active, even while staying at home, should help control arthritis pain. We also offer other possible treatments that may help.
Do Green-Lipped Mussels Ease Arthritis Pain?
The research is inconclusive, but a reader reports that New Zealand green-lipped mussels ease arthritis pain for the whole family, including the dog.
Boswellia Boosted Pain Relief from Glucosamine
A reader reports that boswellia boosted pain relief of fibromyalgia and plantar fasciitis when it was added to glucosamine and chondroitin.
Show 1203: How Yoga Can Help You Age Gracefully
The right yoga practice can help you age gracefully and alleviate pain. Find out more and call in your own questions on 3/7/20..
Platelet-Rich Plasma: PRP Injections Helped Resolve Knee Pain
People with tendinitis, sports injuries or osteoarthritis might be intrigued by something called platelet-rich plasma or PRP injections. Is there research?
Can Ginger Reduce Blood Pressure & Soothe Arthritis?
Are you struggling with hypertension? You may be able to use ginger for a double-duty effect: reduce blood pressure and ease arthritis pain in joints.
Will a PRP Injection Help Your Knee Arthritis?
A meta-analysis of 12 studies found that a PRP injection relieved pain from knee osteoarthritis. It was more effective against pain than hyaluronic acid.
Is There a Better Arthritis Remedy If You Have Diabetes?
Pectin dissolved in grape juice works well to ease a reader's horrible joint pain. But grape juice has a lot of sugar. Is there a better arthritis remedy?
Do Steroid Injections Melt Bones and Weaken Joints?
When your knees hurt, life gets harder. Climbing stairs can be challenging. Hiking hurts. Steroid injections are tempting, but do they cause lasting damage?
Can SAM-e Help Ease Your Back Pain?
SAM-e performed as well as an NSAID drug to relieve arthritis pain in some studies. Might it help you feel better?
The Dark Side of Cortisone Shots: Joint Deterioration
When your knees, hips or shoulders hurt, you want rapid relief. Cortisone shots seem like a simple and fast solution. Are there risks with steroids shots?
Cortisone Injections Can Have Devastating Effects
People who receive cortisone injections into joints for pain relief may also experience systemic psychological side effects such as insomnia or anxiety.
Will Gin-Soaked Golden Raisins Help Your Joint Pain?
Many readers report that eating nine gin-soaked golden raisins daily can alleviate joint pain if used for at least a month or two.
Corticosteroid Injections in Joints Accelerate Arthritis
Doctors frequently use corticosteroid injections into joints to ease pain and stiffness. A new review of the evidence suggests this has serious downsides.
Flip Flops on Fish Oil: Omega 3 Fats Now Have Heart Benefits
Studies of supplements rich in omega 3 fats have reached conflicting conclusions. The latest analysis concludes that they reduce the risk of heart disease.
Will DMSO Ease Your Aching Knees?
Some people like to apply DMSO topically for joint pain. Most of the research has focused on its use for interstitial cystitis rather than arthritis.
Golden Raisins in Gin: Placebo or Powerful Arthritis Remedy?
People with arthritis are caught in a terrible bind. OTC and prescription drugs have some serious side effects. What about golden raisins in gin?
How Can Topical Diclofenac (Voltaren Gel) Hurt Your Stomach?
Some people love topical diclofenac for sprains, strains or inflamed joints. Others find that it causes the same nasty stomach symptoms as oral NSAIDs.
Do You Read OTC Medication Labels? You Should!
Most people believe that nonprescription drugs are safe. That's why they may not read OTC medication labels. What if we told you OTC drugs can harm or kill?
Can Turmeric Relieve Your Aches and Pains?
Some supplements, including turmeric, can help alleviate aches and pains associated with arthritis, bursitis or tendinitis.