Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can find its way into every aspect of your life, including your sex life… You can still have a healthy sex life if you have RA… But you may need to find other ways that work best for you and your partner . WebMD I was recently interviewed for…
To prevent future fractures, you will likely need to learn new ways to perform daily life tasks. Things like sweeping and carrying groceries can break a bone if not done mindfully. Good alignment is the key to safe movement. Aligning your head, shoulders, spine, hips, knees and ankles improves balance and centers the weight on…
New Curtin research into injuries suffered by trail users has found that mountain biking is not the dangerous, injury-ridden sport reserved for thrill seekers and that the health benefits outweigh the risks. Researchers analyzed data from dozens of studies around the world, including Australia, involving 220,935 injured mountain bikers and 17,757 injured hikers. The study…
It is not uncommon for your knee to make strange grinding and clicking noises after ACL surgery. The first thing people think is that there must be something wrong with my new ACL graft! This is rarely the case. Pain, swelling, and strange noises your knee makes after ACL surgery are all usually normal after…
This month we explore studies on genes responsible for osteogenesis (bone development), the link between thyroid function and osteoporosis, and the life-saving benefits of walking. First, we will analyze new research that clarifies how certain bone cell precursors become bone-building cells. This discovery could point to new therapies for osteoporosis. Next, we’ll examine a review…
