Find Out If You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis

Do you feel the knuckles in your hand are always swollen and red? Are your hands so weak that you cannot make a fist anymore? Do you feel tired all the time? Beware – these are all symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease. It can strike at any age, and if you don’t get it properly diagnosed and treated, you could end up painfully crippled and deformed.

While it is clearly devastating for the joints, Rheumatoid Arthritis can affect other organs as well, and greatly reduce your life span. Although there are several treatment plans, Rheumatoid Arthritis is prone to remission.

Early identification and diagnosis is absolutely important for treating Rheumatoid Arthritis effectively.

Rheumatoid  Arthritis: Signs and Symptoms

1. Swelling of joints: One or more of your large knuckle joints will be swollen. It is often in joints on both hands. The swelling feels rather tender and slightly soft. The swollen area will feel warm and look reddish.

2. Long-term swelling: If one of the large knuckles has been swollen and painful for more than six weeks, it could be a sign of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

3. Morning swelling: People with Rheumatoid Arthritis experience swelling under the foot or heel, especially in the morning.

4. Rheumatoid Nodules: You may have flu-like symptoms such as low-grade fevers and fatigue. Small tender bumps may develop under the skin, often near the back of the elbow. These are called Rheumatoid Nodules.

5. Weakness: You may find it difficult to make a complete fist. You may have unusually tender

swelling on the top of your wrists. If your elbows are involved, it may be difficult to straighten them completely.

6. Blood test report: Certain blood tests may help determine whether you have Rheumatoid Arthritis. The tests usually look for two kinds of antibodies - Rf (Rheumatoid factor) and CCP (anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide). One way of measuring the inflammation is by finding out the ESR or Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate.

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Gout: Myths And Facts

Considering how common gout is, it is shockingly misunderstood. If you suspect that you have gout or have recently been diagnosed, believing in myths can make your pain worse. Such myths can cause serious or even life-threatening complications. The time has come to point out the myths and see the plain facts as they stand.

1. Myth: Gout goes away on its own.

    Fact: Gout attacks commonly recur if you do nothing to prevent them. While most gout attacks eventually subside without treatment, it is important to get diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. Medications can help get a gout attack under control and reduce the risk of future attacks.

2. Myth: Gout is a mild form of Arthritis.

    Fact: Gout is actually one of the most painful forms of arthritis. People compare gout pain with that of childbirth or breaking a leg. If left untreated, gout can lead to serious complications such as permanent joint damage, kidney stones and severe kidney damage.

3. Myth: Gout is a rare condition.

    Fact: Gout is a relatively common condition, especially in men and in older people. Gout is the most common type of arthritis in men over the age of 40.

4. Myth: Gout affects just the big toe.

    Fact: While the joint of the big toe seems to be the most vulnerable to a gout attack, gout can also affect other joints like ankles, knees, wrists, fingers and elbows.

5. Myth: A gout attack lasts for just 10 days.

    Fact: Some people may experience chronic gout episodes that can go on for longer periods of time and lead to joint damage. These more chronic cases tend to cause less severe pain.

6. Myth: Gout goes away between gout attacks.

    Fact: Even if you are not experiencing a gout attack, you still have gout because your uric acid levels remain elevated. This is why it is important to keep taking gout treatment even when you don't have symptoms.

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Dealing With Osteoporosis In Your Daily Life

Osteoporosis is a condition of porous bones. Such bones become gradually weak and can get fractured with even minor accidents. About half of the people above the age of 50 have some degree of Osteoporosis. They suffer from reduced bone mass and emaciated bones.

Even though Osteoporosis is common and almost unavoidable, it is possible to live a satisfying life even after getting the disease. You can lead a life free from complications like fractures and weakness, provided you take certain precautions.

Regular exercise

Aerobic activity and strength training (using weight machines, free weights, or elastic bands) can increase bone strength. Regular exercise can reduce the risk of falling by improving balance and coordination. Patients who exercise regularly have stronger bones, have better balance and reduced risk of fractures.

Get Calcium

Since calcium is the building block of bone tissue, remember to get enough calcium in your daily diet. Calcium gives bone its hardness and is vital for maintaining bone strength.

If you are younger than 50, you need to take 1,000 milligrams of dietary calcium per day. If you are older than 50 then you need a total of 1,200 milligrams every day. This means you should take three servings of calcium-rich foods like milk, yogurt, cheese or calcium-fortified orange juice.

Preventing fractures

Remove tripping hazards like rugs, curtain cords, and electrical wires. Keep the hallways and bathrooms well lit, and install safety handles on the bathtub.

Avoid unnecessary social engagements and travelling. Simplicity can turn the odds of pain and injury in your favour. If you follow our recommendations then you too can maintain a long and healthy life.

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Half Of Adults Are At Risk Of Getting Knee Arthritis

Knee arthritis is a condition in which the cartilage (natural cushioning between joints) wears away. Then the bones of the joints rub more closely against one another. The constant rubbing results in pain, swelling, stiffness and decreased ability to move about.

Researchers from the University of North Carolina were able to estimate the risk of developing symptomatic Knee Osteoarthritis. They studied the data on 3,068 people. Participants were all 45 years old or older. They were evaluated twice over an average period of six years.

Overall, researchers found that the risk of having Knee Osteoarthritis was 44.7%.  The gender, education level and race did not appear to affect the risk of developing arthritis.

Obese people have a risk of 46.9% in developing knee osteoarthritis while people of average weight have a risk of 30.2%.

Since knee arthritis is a chronic illness, it may never go away.  It has the power to disrupt your life in many ways. With arthritis, pain and fatigue may become a persistent aspect of your day. Physical changes from the disease may even distort the appearance of the knee joint. These changes can make you look ugly, old and disabled. The stress from the constant pain can accumulate and negatively affect how you feel about your life. Prolonged stress leads to frustration, anger, hopelessness, and even full-blown depression.

There are a number of ways in which arthritis can be treated. However, all of them are palliative and are plagued with a number of side effect. On the contrary, the treatment procedure of Zilaxo safely combats arthritis by treating the root cause of the ailment instead of providing just symptomatic relief.

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Awkward Positions And Fatigue Can Lead To Low Back Pain

How we treat our body and our social environment can play a crucial role in back pain. If you undertake awkward positions regularly or feel tired, then you are at risk of contracting back pain. Taking on manual tasks involving awkward positions can increase the risk of low back pain by eight times. Distractions while doing various activities or fatigue are also factors that can cause acute low back pain.

Understanding which risk factors contribute to back pain and controlling exposure to these risks is an important first step in prevention.

10% of the world's population experience back pain, which is the leading cause of disability as found out by the World Health Organization. WHO reports that low back pain has a greater impact on global health than malaria, diabetes, or even lung cancer. And yet, little progress has been made to identify prevention strategies.

Researchers have studied 999 participants from 300 clinics. The risk of a new episode of low back pain increased due to a range of triggers, from an odds ratio of 2.7 for moderate to vigorous physical activity to 25.0 for distraction during an activity. Researchers found that age moderated the effect of exposure to heavy loads. A new finding not reported previously was that back pain risk was highest between 7:00 a.m. and noon.

Understanding which modifiable risk factors lead to low back pain is an important step toward controlling a condition that affects so many worldwide. The findings enhance knowledge of low back pain triggers and will help in the development of new prevention programmes that can reduce the suffering from this potentially disabling condition.

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Weight Loss Protects Against Cartilage Degeneration

A new study shows that losing weight can slow down the loss of knee cartilage in obese people. Obesity is a known risk factor in cases of knee osteoarthritis, a degenerative disease that depletes the cartilage in the joints.

The new study observed over 500 obese people who either had mild or moderate osteoarthritis. The study participants were randomly assigned to a control group that lost no weight, a group that lost a little weight, or a group that lost more than 10 percent of their body weight. The study showed weight loss protected against cartilage degeneration. Larger amounts of weight loss provided even more protection.

Dr. Alexandra Gersing, from the University of California, noted that cartilage degenerated a lot slower in the group that lost more than 10 percent of their body weight.  However, those with 5 to 10 percent weight loss had little difference in cartilage degeneration compared to those who didn't lose any weight.

Weight loss not only slows the loss of knee joint cartilage, it also reduces the risk of getting Osteoarthritis. Along with moderate exercise, weight loss is one of the best ways to prevent the disease.

How to safely lose weight

1. Walking regularly is a super-easy way to keep fit.
2. Drinking a glass of water before a meal helps you watch what you eat. You will not feel the need to eat too much since you will not feel so hungry.
3. Cut back on sugary and starchy food.
4. Each one of your meals should include a protein source, a fat source and low-carb vegetables. Construct your diet so that you get around 20 to 50 grams of carbohydrates per day.
5. You don’t need to exercise to lose weight but it is highly recommended. The best option is to go to the gym at least 3 times a week.

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7 Easy Exercises For Ankylosing Spondylitis

People with Ankylosing Spondylitis have a tendency to think that exercise is the last thing they should do. However, staying physically active is one of the most effective ways of managing the symptoms like stiffness and pain.

Exercise can help decrease pain, increase mobility and balance, while enhancing overall quality of life and health. People with Ankylosing Spondylitis can reap huge rewards by trying to stay physically active. If you are able to, you should do exercise regularly.

It is important to regularly perform low-impact activities like walking or swimming. If you don’t know where to start, here are 7 simple ways to stay active.

Exercise for Ankylosing Spondylitis

1. Joint deformities, fused joints, incorrect information, and fear of getting hurt are some of the reasons which keep people away from exercising. Walking is also a great way of easing into regular exercise. Start with 5 to 10 minute walks and then work your way up to daily walking. Try to walk for at least 30 minutes.

2. With low impact exercises like swimming and water aerobics, you can reap the benefits of activity while minimizing the risk of joint pain. Swimming is especially great because it puts virtually no pressure on joints.

3. Strength training can help strengthen your muscles while taking the strain off your joints. You can use free weights, exercise machines or simply your own body weight. Remember to start slowly, gradually increasing the number of repetitions and the amount of time in each position.

4. Yoga can decrease pain, improve flexibility, and help joint mobility. It helps in boosting your mental health as well. Begin with easy, sustained stretching and then work towards more challenging poses. Try to do yoga at least twice each week.

5. Stretching your back will improve flexibility and make it easier to maintain a good posture. Sitting in a good posture and stretching your neck, upper back, and shoulders can maintain flexibility.

6. Cycling is a great aerobic exercise for people with Ankylosing Spondylitis. Cycling works your heart and muscles without straining the joints. It's also a great way to switch up your routine. You can alternate between cycling, walking, swimming and other low-impact exercises.

7. Dance-based aerobics classes like Zumba, hip-hop, or belly dancing can provide a cardiovascular workout. Dancing helps to burn calories and ward off unwanted body weight.

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