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Medications October 23, 2015

Drug that caused 'elephant man' side effect makes comeback after 2006 disaster

An experimental drug that caused appalling side effects in a clinical trial nine years ago is back in tests for rheumatoid arthritis and is showing promise when given at a fraction of the original dose.

Rare Diseases October 23, 2015

Woman misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy learns pill can cure her symptoms

A Minnesota woman misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) nearly 30 years ago has learned that her symptoms could have been managed by taking a pill, kfor.com reported.

Alternative Medicine October 23, 2015

Controlling arthritis pain with an ancient treatment

It鈥檚 been around for thousands of years and has been used to treat a variety of disorders. Now, a Chinese study has found that the ancient practice of moxibustion is an effective way to control arthritis pain in the knee.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH October 22, 2015

Knee replacement surgery works, but so can nonsurgical techniques

Total knee replacement can usually relieve pain and improve function, but a nonsurgical regimen can also be effective in some people without posing the complication risks that can plague people who choose surgery, according to a new study.

Arthritis November 20, 2014

Septic Arthritis Caused by Infectious Bacteria

Septic锟斤拷or infectious arthritis锟斤拷occurs when a fungal or bacterial infection causes arthritic symptoms.锟斤拷The term 鈥渁rthritis鈥� describes a range of joint disorders that are primarily characterized by pain, swelling and inflammation. While the pain and swelling may be similar, septic arthritis is very different from more common forms of the disorder, such as osteoarthritis.

Arthritis November 20, 2014

Osteoarthritis Caused by Natural Wear and Tear

Affecting approximately 27 million Americans, osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis,锟斤拷reports the Arthritis Foundation. Osteoarthritis affects many people鈥檚 daily lives by causing ongoing pain and锟斤拷limiting mobility. While osteoarthritis is a lifelong disorder, treatment is available. Here is a guide to understanding the basics of osteoarthritis: