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Is your desk job killing your back? Ancient Egyptian scribes had the same aches and pains, say researchers

Tens of thousands of years ago, during a period of Egyptian history known as the Old Kingdom (around 2649–2130 BC), it was rare for people to be able to read and write. From an estimated population of between 1 million and 1.5 million, only about 1% were literate and able…

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Is Organogenesis a Hidden Gem in the Biotech Sector?

Given Organogenesis’s (ORGO) upbeat first-quarter results and promising development of its ReNu program for knee osteoarthritis, the company seems to be on the brink of significant growth. Let’s delve into its fundamentals to determine whether it's a hidden gem in the biotech sector. Read more to find out….

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Ancient Egyptian 'office workers' had terrible posture just like us, disfigured skeletons reveal

The development of osteoarthritis was more common among scribes than their ancient Egyptian peers, a study finds.

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Study Identifies Exercise That Could Reduce Knee Pain, Risk Of Osteoarthritis

Regular bicycling could reduce the chances of frequent knee pain, radiographic osteoarthritis (ROA), and symptomatic radiographic osteoarthritis (SOA), the study revealed.

Medical Daily

Researchers give more insight into hip osteoarthritis among older adults with spinal deformity

A study found that one-third of patients receiving surgery for adult spinal deformity (ASD) also have severe hip osteoarthritis (OA), which can lead to poor spinal alignment and physical functionality. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Blood test powered by AI could catch osteoarthritis 8 years earlier than X-ray, early data show

A new blood test could determine whether someone will develop knee osteoarthritis up to eight years before structural damage is picked up by an X-ray.

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‘I couldn’t wait to get back into sports leggings’ – a hip replacement at 52

Sophie Walker was fit and active until she was struck down by osteoarthritis and a hip replacement was her only option. Here she describes her journey to recovery

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Post-surgery care tips to recover from knee replacement surgery

Knee replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, involves resurfacing damaged knee components with substitutes made of metal alloy. The primary goal is to relieve persistent pain and enhance mobility for individuals with compromised knee function. Common reasons include osteoarthritis, age-related issues, rheumatoid arthritis, severe knee injuries, or deformities. Surgeons assess…

The Times of India

Breakthrough Research Offers Hope For Curing Arthritis

Scientists discover stem cells that could re-strengthen cartilage, potentially reversing osteoarthritis.

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Stronger thigh muscles may reduce the risk of total knee replacement surgery, study finds

In the U.S., 14 million adults have symptomatic knee osteoarthritis and more than 600,000 undergo total knee replacement surgery each year at a cost of $30,249.

Chicago Sun-Times

What is the PanaNatra line of painkillers and can herbal products effectively relieve pain?

In an era where chronic pain affects millions worldwide, the search for effective and safe pain relief has never been greater.

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Arthritis cure hope as 'Gremlin' therapy shows promise

A stem cell treatment that boosts cartilage growth in mice has researchers excited about a potential long-awaited cure for osteoarthritis.

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New research has found an existing drug could help many people with painful hand osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common disease of the joints, and often affects the hands. One in two women and one in four men will have symptoms of hand osteoarthritis by the time they turn 85.

The Conversation

World Arthritis Day: What is arthritis and how can I spot the symptoms?

There are more than 100 different forms of arthritis and related diseases, with Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis being the most common types

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On your knees

I chose to get a knee replacement to preserve my desired lifestyle. Despite being physically active, osteoarthritis had crept into my knees. With support from family, I underwent surgery and now my bucket list is longer. Biomedical technology, refined surgical techniques and high-volume centres have enabled me to live life…

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Knee pain: here’s why it happens and how you can fix it

Knee pain is a common problem. Global estimates suggest more than one in five people over the age of 40 have a form of chronic knee pain. This is something that can have a big impact on people’s lives, affecting not only how active they are, but also their emotional…

Fortune

Arthritis now affects 15% of those over the age of 30. These 6 factors could put you at risk

It may surprise you, but even adults in their 20's, 30's, and 40's can develop arthritis, experts say. Here's why.

The Independent UK

Osteoarthritis may affect nearly one billion people by 2050, study projects

Researchers analysed 30 years of osteoarthritis data covering more than 200 countries.

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ACL injuries can lead to osteoarthritis later in life – here's what you need to know

Between 25 and 30 players have missed out on the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup due to an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. While ACL injuries are reasonably common in athletes, the rate of this type of injury is almost twice as high in females than in males.

Daily Record

PIP health conditions most-likely to be given a weekly payment of up to £172 from DWP

New claims for PIP have been replaced by Adult Disability Payment in Scotland.

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DWP: People with back or joint pain can claim up to £691 a month in PIP or ADP

More than a million people across the United Kingdom currently claim support for 87 different musculoskeletal conditions.

Daily Record

People with back or joint pain could be due up to £691 each month through PIP or ADP

More than one million people are receiving support for 87 different musculoskeletal conditions.

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Mayo Clinic Q and A: Spinal arthritis

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am in my late 50s and have started having stiffness in my back. I have become much less flexible and sometimes even have a hard time looking over my shoulder. I remember my grandparents complaining about arthritis in their knees and hands — and the pain…

The Independent UK

Polymer knee joint ‘could improve quality of life of osteoarthritis patients’

The prosthetic knee technology, called PEEK-OPTIMA, has been developed by Invibio.

Daily Record

Claim PIP for 87 muscle or joint conditions and you could get up to £691 each month

More than one million people are receiving financial support for a musculoskeletal condition.

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