You might not give much thought to the impact of arthritis on your bones, but inflammatory arthritis can take a toll on bone health? Low bone mineral density has been identified as a significant ...

Learn about medications used to treat fibromyalgia symptoms and how they can help reduce pain and fatigue and improve sleep. The most helpful treatment approach for fibromyalgia is a combination of ...

An inside look at the structure of the knee. The knee is the joint where the bones of the lower and upper legs meet. The largest joint in the body, the knee moves like a hinge, allowing you to sit, ...

Work out in water for more support and less pain. Remember what it was like to walk without aches? Get that sensation again by taking your workout to the water. “Exercising in a pool provides nearly ...

The ends of the bones are covered by articular cartilage. The space in the joint is lined with a thin membrane called the synovium, which cushions the joint and secretes a lubricating fluid, called ...

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Learn how the Arthritis Foundation is leading the way in research on the most prevalent form of joint disease. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of arthritis by far, affecting 32.5 million ...

Although running is a high-impact activity, a regular running routine can benefit your joints if done safely. Use these tips to make it happen. Running is a great aerobic exercise. It improves your ...

Trekking poles, traditionally used in Nordic walking, are almost everywhere walkers walk today – and with good reason: Using them burns more calories and has other benefits that regular walking ...

These pain relief methods include creams, exercise, CAM therapies, footwear, nerve treatments and injections. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 76.2 million, or 26% of Americans, ...

Find out which foods to eat and which to avoid if you have gout. Question: I have gout. Can you tell me which fruits, vegetables, meats or seafoods I should eat — or avoid? Is there any type of ...

Get answers to top questions about the coronavirus and arthritis so you can best protect yourself and your family. As we continue to monitor the pandemic, news about virus may change, so check back ...