Posts Tagged ‘ arthritis ’

A new study found that “obesity is a risk factor for many conditions, including knee OA (osteoarthritis).” According to the study, being overweight doubles a person’s risk of knee osteoarthritis and being obese quadruples it. Read Abstract
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Many people believe that knuckle cracking (KC) can lead to hand osteoarthritis (OA). A new study found that even a “history of habitual KC-including the total duration and total cumulative exposure-does not seem to be a risk factor for hand OA.” Read Abstract
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Psoriasis and arthritis are both painful to have. But together, they can develop into what is called psoriatic arthritis (PsA). A new study found that teenagers who are obese have a greater risk of developing psoriatic arthritis and that “prevention and early treatment of obesity may decrease the risk of PsA.” The moral to...
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What is the best way to steer clear of arthritis? Researchers have found a link between obesity/inactivity and arthritis.  A recent study states that people, particularly women, should “reduce obesity and increase physical activity to reduce the prevalence of arthritis and AAL (arthritis-attributable activity limitations).” Keep moving to stay healthy. Read Abstract
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