When a person grows old, the body eventually gets weaker, since it has been alive and functioning for the past, let's say, seventy years. The body is strong enough to stand the test of time, at least for a hundred years or so. Of course, it depends on the person if he/ she maintains their health and body to last them through their golden years. But not all people endure being old. A lot of cases concerning health conditions are...more
Having to watch your older dog's arthritis pain slow him down is a real bummer. He also is acting more depressed because he can't join you in playing frisbee and catch. Here's the best way to help your dog gain more mobility while minimizing pain.1. Lose weight: For older dogs, arthritis is only one of the issues that can be triggered by an excessive amount of body fat. If your dog is overweight, it will aggravate any arthritic symptoms he is...more
Rheumatoid arthritis of the kneeFurther information: Rheumatoid arthritisRheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that most typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet. This form of arthritis is the most common and is found in the same areas as RA. It worsens over time and as with RA, there is no cure. RA tampers with the lining of the joints and causes swelling that is painful and can lead to joint deformity in the body. It begins by attacking the smaller joints of the body and progresses into the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees. Most cases will see the condition affect both knees. Symptoms include joint pain, swelling, red and puffy hands, and fatigue. Osteoarthritis of the kneeFurther information: OsteoarthritisOsteoarthritis is a joint disease that causes the cushion layer between your bones, or cartilage to wear away. It is also called degenerative joint disease. Symptoms are similar to RA and develop in the same slow manner. They include pain, tenderness in the knee, stiffness when standing or walking, loss of flexibility, and grating sensations that can be heard when the knee joint is used.Osteoarthritis in the knee begins with...more
For your older dog, arthritis can really put a halt to her activities. It also impacts his overall health as he isn't exercising as much. You can use these tips to give your dog relief from symptoms and pain of arthritis in dogs.1. Lose weight: For older dogs, arthritis is only one of the issues that can be triggered by an excessive...more
Arthritis is a painful and sometimes debilitating disease, that does not have a cure. Many people go through their daily lives receiving little or no relief for their arthritis pain. Even though there are prescription medications on the market to help reduce the inflammation that causes pain, many people disregard their doctor's...more
The anterior hip replacement surgery is the most preferred by individuals who suffer from severe osteoarthritis because this approach is considered the least invasive option among other types of surgeries. Arthritis is considered the most painful illness of the joints. It is very difficult for individuals who suffer from this illness to bear the excruciating pain in the body joints so these surgeries are considered the last resort. Before an individual undergoes for this surgery, they are expected to follow specific exercises.In the anterior hip replacement surgery, the surgeons operates the hip of the patient from the front portion. Individuals who have undergone this type of surgery have confirmed that this method reduces pain to a great extent and the recovery is also faster than other approaches. This is one of the main reasons why this technique is very popular among patients who are suffering from osteoarthritis. Patients who have undergone other hip surgeries have complained about immense pain during their recovery period. The introduction of anterior hip replacement approach is a god send for these individuals as this surgery enables them to get rid of these problems.With...more
In order to get rid of the pain associated with arthritis you first have to learn the actual problem and how it affects the body. Arthritis can occur in elbows, knees, wrists, jaw and other parts of the body. But the mechanism is the same everywhere....more
Coping with osteoarthritis:Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It is in the news almost daily. Arthritis is most common in older people and that brings us to ask the question: what is old? I am not sure, but I...more
When individuals are at the advanced stage of their life, doing simple things tires them easily. During this age they easily fall prey to diseases as the body's immunity power is not strong compared to their younger energetic days. One of the most...more
Osteoarthritis of the knee is a common cause of knee pain, especially in middle aged to older people. Treatments include surgery, exercise, injection, TENS. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease which can affect any joint in the...more
You may sometimes get ticked off at yourself. You may even, under extreme circumstances, berate yourself soundly for mistakes. Like that time when you poured an entire pitcher of hot chocolate over the French ambassador. Or worse, when your...more
As we keep on growing our bodies keep on degrading. It is of course possible for us to get a facial and keep our skin long-lasting but it is not possible with our other body parts. Few things that people fear in the old age include the...more