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Top Myths about Arthritis: Knowing the Facts Can Help You Manage it Better
Living with Arthritis Pain Arthritis is a painful condition that can make activities of daily living difficult, if not impossible. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of the disease, affects millions of Americans and is caused by wear and tear on a joint. It often affects the knee or the hip. Misconceptions about arthritis are prevalent, but knowing the facts can help people to better manage the disease. Here are the top myths and facts about arthritis: 1- MYTH: If you have arthritis, you shouldn’t exercise. FACT: It may seem counterintuitive, but the appropriate exercise can help many people feel better. Certain exercises, such as swimming or …
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Understanding Hip Dysplasia Often times associated with dogs, hip dysplasia affects 3-5% of the population. Most people who have the condition typically are born with it, which makes it important for people to be aware of what it is and how it is diagnosed and treated. Another important aspect of hip dysplasia is that it typically runs in families and affects girls more often. Births where babies are born from the breech position, and when babies are swaddled too tightly on their lower body, can also increase the likelihood of a child developing the condition. What is Hip Dysplasia Hip …
Bones constantly change through a process of formation and absorption that’s called remodeling. This balance can change over time, resulting in a loss of bone tissue. Ligaments are the connective tissue that’s located between the bones. Over time, ligaments can become less elastic and result in reduced flexibility.