Joint Pain Blog

What is Bursitis?

admin — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:59:49 +0000

Many times pain from Arthritis or Sports Injuries don’t just affect the joints, it can be in the soft tissue around muscles and bones. Bursitis is a common condition that involves inflammation of the elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle or most often the shoulder. Let’s take a look at why Bursitis occurs. A bursa is a [...]

Online Chat Discussing Osteoarthritis & RA

admin — Thu, 14 May 2009 15:52:13 +0000

In May the nationally ranked Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Department of Rheumatic and Immunologic Diseases are presenting two free live online health chats to the public. Both web chats will feature Cleveland Clinic physicians and will last for 60 minutes. They will allow users to submit questions to the doctors to get answers during [...]

Temporary Relief for Arthritis Joint Pain

admin — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:55:34 +0000

In addition to medications and supplements there are many methods to provide temporary or short term relief for joint pain flare ups. These methods also help make it easier to exercise. Discuss these methods with your doctor before starting. Moist Heat - Use hot packs, warm towels, a bath or shower for 15 to 20 minutes [...]

Doctors Recommend Trying Arthritis Supplements First

admin — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:41:56 +0000

Arthritis can either be a minor nuisance for some or completely debilitating for others. Whether it’s Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis or one of the hundred other types, arthritis effects people in the joints. It could be as minor as tenderness or stiffness of the joints or complete inflammation and eventual deterioration of the cartilage, bone and [...]

Featured Advertiser

admin — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 02:49:44 +0000

Thanks to the wonderful folks at Remedy-Alert for their ongoing sponsorship and support to keep this site alive as valuable resource for those of us who realize frequent or daily pain. While having a Featured Sponsor enables us to keep the doors open, it also benefits you in that we do not have to try to [...]

The Cost of Pain

admin — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:59:08 +0000

So perhaps it’s time to ask yourself, what is the “price” of your pain? Do you refrain from playing with the kids or grandkids because of the hurt? Have you been forced to stop participating in your chosen sport or activity due to pain?

Gout Risk Linked to Genetic Genes

admin — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:36:38 +0000

A study led by a team of scientists in Scotland suggests that genes may play a part in increasing one’s risk of developing gout.

Does Anybody Really Know What Fibromyalgia Is?

admin — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 21:21:33 +0000

Fibromyalgia is characterized by the presence of multiple tender points and a constellation of symptoms.

Does Exercise “Prevent” Arthritis?

admin — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:23:12 +0000

Does Exercise “Prevent” Arthritis? - A study released earlier this year in Australia shows that exercise may actually act as a preventative for the stiff, achy joints that accompany arthritis. According to an article recently published in the Journal of Arthritis Research & Therapy, exercising as little as one hour and 15 minutes a week now can make a difference over the next three years.

The Frustration of Sports Injury Pain

admin — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:38:43 +0000

When injuries become chronic, they can destroy confidence and even end athletic careers. But a revolution is taking place in our understanding of pain, which has profound implications for the treatment and rehabilitation of many chronic injuries.