There used to be a saying about people having “old bones” as they aged. It turns out that, for millions of people, there really such a thing as “old bones”.   Our bones may have the look of being solid through and through, but this isn’t really the case. As […]

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is not an easy disease to live with. It affects the joints, which means that it can affect every movement we make. People with RA do the same thing as everyone else, but their experience of it can be very different. The chronic pain of RA pain can […]

Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones, making it easier for them to break. Fortunately, not everyone who has osteoporosis winds up with broken bones. However, if you have osteoporosis, your bones need special care and protection.   Falls are one of the major types of accidents that lead to broken […]

Waiting to heal from an injury can seem like the wise thing to do. Who wants to rush into expensive healthcare they may not need? Who wants to take the time off of work?   Unfortunately, waiting to heal doesn’t always work. Sometimes the injury can’t heal on its own. […]

Don’t let arthritis take your independence away. Here are 10 gadgets to help make everyday tasks easier for those with limited mobility.   1) For those who have a hard time pulling the shoulder strap on their seatbelt, there are seat belt handles that attach to the shoulder strap, making […]

Many arthritis patients feel more pain in their joints when cold weather sets in. It’s not clear if this is due to the cold or a drop in barometric pressure. Whatever the cause, it’s important to find ways to cope. Here are a few recommendations:   1) Wear layers that can […]