Tag: arthritis

  • HEALTH MATTERS 4/15: Hip Scopes Can Repair Tears and Reduce Arthritis Risk

    HEALTH MATTERS 4/15: Hip Scopes Can Repair Tears and Reduce Arthritis Risk

    By William Rossy, MD Whether the damage is sudden — the result of a sports injury or accident — or occurs over time due to wear and tear, hip problems can cause considerable pain and limit your physical activities. Fortunately, if the joint is otherwise healthy with no signs of arthritis, a minimally invasive hip…

  • Relieving arthritis pain

    Relieving arthritis pain

    An estimated 27 million Americans have some form of osteoarthritis (OA). OA is the most common form of arthritis and is usually caused by the deterioration of the joint beginning with the articular cartilage. Risk factors associated with OA include trauma, previous surgery involving the joint, obesity, and a lifestyle that excessively loads or stresses…

  • Health Matters 8/21: Cartilage Restoration Restores Joint Function and Prevents Future Arthritis

    Health Matters 8/21: Cartilage Restoration Restores Joint Function and Prevents Future Arthritis

    By William Rossy, M.D. In the past, if you suffered a knee injury, chances were that you would eventually develop osteoarthritis, leading to severe pain that would likely require knee replacement surgery. Today, however, cartilage restoration techniques can help younger adults prevent arthritis before it starts and avoid pain and surgery later in life. The…

  • New injectable treatment options for arthritis pain

    New injectable treatment options for arthritis pain

    By Mutahir Abidi, MD   There’s good news for the more than 54 million Americans who have been diagnosed with some form of arthritis: a new class of medications are providing quick, safe relief from pain and swelling.   There are more than 100 types of arthritic conditions. Symptoms include inflammation and swelling of the…

  • Anti-inflammatory diet discussion at Metuchen Library Oct. 12

    Anti-inflammatory diet discussion at Metuchen Library Oct. 12

    An anti-inflammatory diet for optimal health discussion will be held from 7-8 p.m. on Oct. 12 at the Metuchen Public Library, 480 Middlesex Avenue. Many common conditions including heart disease, diabetes, cancer and arthritis have been linked to chronic inflammation. Scientists are studying the connection between diet and inflammation in the body. Eating the right…

  • Arthritis Foundation’s Walk to Cure Arthritis May 14 at MetLife

    Arthritis Foundation’s Walk to Cure Arthritis May 14 at MetLife

    EAST RUTHERFORD –Over 2,000 runners and walkers will be on hand at the 2016 Walk to Cure Arthritis on Saturday, May 14, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford to help support the Arthritis Foundation. Their mission to cure arthritis and make it easier for people living with the disease to achieve everyday victories. As the…