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Could an arthritis remedy accelerate cognitive decline in vulnerable patients? The debate over glucosamine and dementia heats up.
What do you know about low dose naltrexone (LDN) for pain? This very old drug might help some people with osteoarthritis and other conditions
Most doctors prescribe NSAIDs like celocoxib, diclofenac, meloxicam or naproxen for knee arthritis. Which is safer, curcumin or NSAIDs?
Some people need an alternative to grape juice and pectin for joint pain, because grape juice is high in sugar. There are many options.
Millions of Americans suffer with long illness. Conventional medicine doesn't always have treatments for these conditions.
Some people use home remedies such as pectin and grape juice instead of pain relievers to ease sore joints. Readers offer their own variations on the remedy.
Do you take pain medicine at least once a week? How about once a day? Do you know the pros and cons of ibuprofen, naproxen or acetaminophen?
A surprising new long-term study suggests that if doctors prescribe NSAIDs for osteoarthritis of the knees, the drugs may damage joints.
As people age and develop aches and pains, they look for relief. The spicy supplement turmeric (curcumin) helps some.
Ageism is widespread and damaging in American life. Adopting more positive attitudes toward aging can benefit everyone growing older.
On our Saturday broadcast, Dr. Jane Andersen will discuss your foot problems and how you can fix them. Call in your question–888-472-3366
Many people find that drinking several ounces of Concord grape juice with pectin every day helps ward off or ease arthritis pain.
People who take CBD oil to alleviate pain should be warned that there is a possibility–though not a probability–that their urine will test positive.
Gastroenterologist Emeran Mayer explains how your microbiome shapes your immune response and why you should take care of it.
When knees or hips hurt, life gets hard. Climbing stairs is challenging. Hiking hurts. Steroid injections are tempting. Do they cause damage?
One reader found that following an allergen-free diet without dairy, eggs or gluten eliminated joint pain. Will it work for you?
A reader wonders whether the supplement Boswellia could ease joint pain for an arthritic dog. Research suggests it might.
When everyday NSAIDs like ibuprofen are not appropriate for joint pain, some people get relief from Indian herbal medicines like boswellia.
Cannabidiol has been studied for its ability to relieve joint pain in animals. Some readers think it might also help ease your arthritis pain.
A randomized study found that physical therapy resulted in more lasting improvement for people with knee osteoarthritis than steroid shots into the joint.
A diet with lots of vegetables, fish and whole grains is the best diet for arthritis. The comparison is a Western diet with lots of processed foods.
Staying active, even while staying at home, should help control arthritis pain. We also offer other possible treatments that may help.
The research is inconclusive, but a reader reports that New Zealand green-lipped mussels ease arthritis pain for the whole family, including the dog.
A reader reports that boswellia boosted pain relief of fibromyalgia and plantar fasciitis when it was added to glucosamine and chondroitin.
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..
People with tendinitis, sports injuries or osteoarthritis might be intrigued by something called platelet-rich plasma or PRP injections. Is there research?
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.
Doctors frequently use corticosteroid injections into joints to ease pain and stiffness. A new review of the evidence suggests this has serious downsides.
Do you take celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, meloxicam or naproxen for aching joints? People with OA rely on arthritis pain relievers. What are the risks?
Sore knees make it hard to exercise. Heck, they make it hard to get around, period! What can you do if surgery or stem cell injections don't work?
A small study suggests that people following a low-carbohydrate diet suffer less from arthritis in their knees. They also have better joint function.
People with osteoarthritis are stuck. Opioids are heavy guns and can be addicting. Oral NSAIDs can cause ulcers or heart attacks. What about topical NSAIDs?
A study comparing whole-body Swedish massage to light touch or usual treatment found that the full-body technique reduced the pain from arthritic knees.
What do you do when a joint hurts or you sprain an ankle? Many people take doctor-prescribed meloxicam for pain or an OTC NSAID. How safe are such drugs?
Are there effective ways to manage arthritis pain? What are the pros and cons, and which ones work better? Call in your questions 888-472-3366 on 10/27/18.
One reader was thrilled to have cod liver oil relieve the pain of osteoarthritis in the knee so much that knee replacement surgery could be canceled.
Although fish oil has a reputation for soothing dry eyes, a recent randomized controlled trial found that placebo capsules of olive oil worked just as well.
Some studies indicate that taking curcumin pills can calm osteoarthritis inflammation and pain. Many readers report their experience supports that.
Millions of people take celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, meloxicam or naproxen for arthritis. Are there side effects? Are there alternatives for arthritis?
Glucosamine remains a popular dietary supplement. Does glucosamine repair damaged cartilage and ease arthritis pain? Many people disagree with the science.
If you suffer arthritis pain in your hands, knees & hips you know what a challenge it can be. What can people with heart problems or high BP do to function?
Activity against a wide range of chronic diseases, from Alzheimer to cancer to fatty liver makes turmeric so wonderful that it is a very popular supplement.
The dietary supplement chondroitin sulfate was just as good as Celebrex for alleviating arthritic knee pain. It also delayed deterioration of the cartilage.
In a randomized controlled trial, practicing a tai chi form eased knee pain as much as physical therapy for osteoarthritis.
A reader reports a rise in blood cholesterol while taking glucosamine that returned to normal upon stopping the supplement.
