Arthritis News

Arthritis Drug Linked to Lymphomas Reported November 24, 2004 (Ivanhoe Newswire)--A new study helps explain why a drug commonly used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and polio increases the risk of lymphoma linked to the Epstein-Barr virus.The authors explain Epstein-Barr is a common virus, present in about 90 percent of the adult population. The virus sets up … [Read more...]

Pine tree bark may relieve pain TURKU, Finland, Dec 14, 2004 (United Press International via COMTEX) -- Finnish researchers say anti-inflammatory compounds in the bark of Scotch pine trees could be used to treat arthritis and pain. The University of Turku scientists identified the compounds as phenolics, a class of highly active plant chemicals that have … [Read more...]

Exercise may help arthritis patients Reported June 13, 2009 Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients, who go for supervised exercise programme, might experience beneficial effects on functional status and physical function, reduced need for daily corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory intake and improved levels of depression and anxiety , revealed a new … [Read more...]

Medicine's Next Big Thing: Growing New Cartilage for Knees? Reported December 19, 2008 PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Bending down or getting up can be a painful chore for someone with knee problems. Doctors say many times the loud creaking in a person's bones can be blamed on a loss of cartilage, but researchers are close to … [Read more...]

On/Off Switch for Pain Discovered Reported July 24, 2006 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Those who suffer from chronic pain have a choice: let your life be disrupted by constant pain or take pain medications that can also disrupt your life. Now new research reveals there is a new way to turn off the pain. Chronic … [Read more...]

Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Genetic Link? Reported September 06, 2007 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a debilitating condition affecting between one and two percent of the U.S. population. To date, doctors are not able to predict in whom RA will develop, but researchers have found a link to a genetic mutation in … [Read more...]

Motor oil may up arthritis risk 22 September 2005 Occupational exposure to motor oil and similar substances may increase the risk of arthritis, research suggests. Exposure to mineral oils, in particular hydraulic or motor oil, was linked to a 30% increased risk of developing certain forms of rheumatoid arthritis. The … [Read more...]

Acupuncture in addition to drug treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee is more effective than drug treatment alone, shows new research out of Spain. Osteoarthritis of the knee is very common, affecting almost one-tenth of the population over age 50. The study authors explain that osteoarthritis is an incurable illness, so treatment is aimed at improving patients' quality of … [Read more...]

Guidelines for Juvenile Arthritis Reported October 5, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- For the first time, specific guidelines for treating juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), previously known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), have been established. A recent study published by researchers from the Cleveland Clinic and The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, outlines … [Read more...]

Regular drinking 'halves risk of arthritis' Reported June 05, 2008 Drinking alcohol is not only good for the heart – it is good for the joints too. A regular tipple cuts the risk of rheumatoid arthritis by up to 50 per cent – and the more you drink the greater the protective effect. Rheumatoid arthritis, caused by swelling in the joints, is a … [Read more...]

It's a mystery disease. Patients get sick fast, and often their doctors don't know why. About 50,000 people in the United States have been diagnosed with this condition. But it often takes years to find the correct diagnosis, and doctors worry many more could still be suffering. Dina DePriest spends a lot of her time getting checkups these days. It's better than four years … [Read more...]

One-Two Punch for Arthritis Reported April 11, 2005 TAMPA, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Pain, stiffness and misery is how about 70 million adults, or one in three, live each day. They suffer from arthritis, and while medications may help, some can pose serious risks. Now researchers say the right diet … [Read more...]

Targeting Arthritis Reported June 24, 2006 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Despite some controversy over its effectiveness, a new study supports the recommendation by the European League Against Rheumatism for the use of steroid injections to treat hip osteoarthritis (OA). OA affects about 21 million Americans and … [Read more...]

Do I Have Carpal Tunnel? Reported July 29, 2008 TAMPA, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Carpal tunnel is the most commonly reported medical problem in the workplace. Testing for the condition used to involve several doctors appointments and sometimes a painful needle test. But now, diagnosing carpal tunnel just got a whole lot easier. Benjamin … [Read more...]

Heart Problems Higher in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients   Reported June 30, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis have another problem to worry about. A new study finds they are at an increased risk for coronary artery disease and an increased risk of death from heart disease. Several previous studies have shown an increased risk of … [Read more...]

Medication to Blame for Rising Risk of InfectionReported December 22, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows gastric acid-suppressing medications may be to blame for a significant rise in cases in the community of an infection associated with diarrhea. Clostridium difficile infection is most commonly associated with diarrhea … [Read more...]

More Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Reported November 15, 2005 More Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease that causes pain, stiffness, swelling, and limitation in the motion and function of multiple joints. The disease affects nearly 1 million Americans and is expected to affect many more in … [Read more...]

Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Women's Disease? Reported January 16, 2009 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Rheumatoid arthritis, a condition that can cause chronic pain in the joints, preys more often on women than on men. It also impairs women more severely. New research conducted in 25 countries internationally shows women with rheumatoid … [Read more...]

Thermal Scans Detect Arthritis Sooner Reported March 2, 2005 DURHAM, N.C. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- A device developed to scan computer circuit boards for defects is now being used to detect early signs of arthritis. New technology gives Tina Hight a chance to see something a normal X-ray can't. Using thermal … [Read more...]

More Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Reported November 15, 2005    (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease that causes pain, stiffness, swelling, and limitation in the motion and function of multiple joints. The disease affects nearly 1 million Americans and is expected to affect many more in the future. TNF inhibitor therapy has often … [Read more...]

Unlikely Cause of Chronic Pain DiscoveredReported January 31, 2006 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research from the United Kingdom reveals what causes ongoing spontaneous pain is undamaged nerve fibers -- not those fibers that are injured. It's an unexpected finding, say researchers from the University of … [Read more...]

Easier Thumb Surgery Reported March 20, 2009 PHILADELPHIA (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Sip your morning coffee. Button your shirt. Check your e-mail. Imagine doing those everyday things without using your thumbs. That's what many Americans with arthritis experience. Now, surgeons are using a new technique to help patients regain their mobility. … [Read more...]

Heel Test Reveals Osteoporosis Risk Reported June 26, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – A simple ultrasound test of the heel might be a good way to predict which women are at highest risk for the bone thinning disease osteoporosis. It could also help determine which women don’t have to worry about developing the condition. Swiss researchers tested … [Read more...]

More Evidence Vioxx Increases Heart Risks Reported February 1, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Another study adds to the growing mound of evidence linking the arthritis drug rofecoxib (Vioxx) to an increased risk of heart attack. Researchers publishing in the Annals of … [Read more...]

Pain Isn’t Just a Symptom of Arthritis Reported October 01, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Pain is often thought to be a debilitating symptom of osteoarthritis. But new research suggests pain is more than a symptom, it’s a damaging part of the disease itself. According to a new study, pain signals originate in arthritic joints and the … [Read more...]

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment: Latest and Greatest -- Web ColumnReported November 30, 2005 By Harriet Edleson, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- For the more than 2 million who Americans suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, there are new ways to treat its symptoms and slow down the progression of the autoimmune … [Read more...]

Total Ankle Replacement Reported May 28, 2008 CLEVELAND, Ohio (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- One-point-three million Americans live with rheumatoid arthritis. The pain can be excruciating. Now, there's a brand new implant that can help these people walk pain free. Beverly McFarland has had 10 surgeries because of painful rheumatoid arthritis. Now she's … [Read more...]

Celebrex Halted in Clinical Trial Reported December 17, 2004 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The National Cancer Institute has stopped the use of the COX-2 inhibitor Celebrex in a clinical trial because of an increased risk for cardiovascular events associated with its use. Researchers were investigating using Celebrex to prevent colon … [Read more...]