Muscle, Bone and Joint (earlier named Arthritis)

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    Yoga Arthritis - Marjari Asana (Cat Pose)
    Meaning Marjari means Cat and Asana means Pose. Benefits of Marjari Asana 1. Improves flexibility of the spinal cord 2. Strengthens the whole spine, upper back, shoulders and neck 3. Releases tension from the lumbar region (lower back), cervical region (upper back and neck) 4. Tones the female reproductive system 5. Releases tension and pain Contraindications People with severe knee pain, vertigo and spondylosis should avoid this asana. The Posture 1. Get on your knees, keeping hip-wide…
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    Yoga Arthritis - Movements of the Hands
    1. Anguli Shakti Vikasaka 2. Kara Tala Shakti Vikasaka Meaning Anguli Shakti Vikasaka (strengthening the fingers) Kara Tala Shakti Vikasaka (strengthening the palms) Benefits of moving the hands 1. Loosens the joints 2. Improves blood circulation to the joints 3. Helps release tension of joints when they are moved gently 4. Reduces stiffness and rigidity 5. Helps relieve pain in fingers and wrists. Strengthens them. Precaution As a beginner, try these practices for 30 seconds. After practising…
  • Juvenile Arthritis: New Discoveries Lead to New Treatments
    Nikolay Nikolov, a rheumatologist and clinical team leader at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), says that children with juvenile arthritis and their parents have reason to be optimistic. http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm403578.htm  
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    Types of Arthritis
    Different types of arthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) OA is the most common type of arthritis. It involves wear and tear damage to your joint's cartilage — the hard, slick coating on the ends of bones. This wear and tear can occur over many years, or it can be hastened by a joint injury or infection. It appears most frequently appears in the weight-bearing joints like hips, knees and hands. Commonly seen in old age.                  Rheumatoid arthritis…
  • Not a “useless wife”
    Chennai-based R. Radha did not let rheumatoid arthritis (or negative comments) stop her from leading a full life as a wife, mother and grandmother. Here, she talks about the treatments, therapies and determination that helps her fight her condition. My struggle with rheumatoid arthritis started when I was 22 years old. It was November 1956. Every day I used to wake up early in the morning to make coffee. But that morning, my entire body, especially the joints in my…
20 Tips to Manage Arthritis
We have recently created a booklet called 20 Tips to Manage Arthritis. We sent it out in our newsletter last week. If you would like to download a copy of the booklet, please use this link : http://patientsengage.com/arthritisbooklet
Drinking alchohol and smoking
A question from one of our members : Does drinking alcohol or smoking affect arthritis ?
Joint pains and weight
I am just starting to get joint pains. I am told that I need to lose weight.  What should I do
Joint Pain increases in winter
A drop in temperature in winter or because of rains builds up pain in the joints. How do I get quick relief?
Exercise for Arthritis
What is your favourite exercise for arthritis ? 
When is knee replacement required ?
This is a decision that comes up for most people. Can you get by without a surgery ? .  
Arthritis
Arthritis is not a single disease - it is a term that covers over 100 medical conditions. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and generally affects elderly patients. Some forms of arthritis can affect people at a very…
arthritis
The word arthritis comes from the Greek arthron meaning "joint" and the Latin itis meaning "inflammation". The plural of arthritis is arthritides.
Signs and symptoms
Regardless of the type of arthritis, the common symptoms for all arthritis disorders include varied levels of pain, swelling, joint stiffness and sometimes a constant ache around the joint(s). Arthritic disorders like lupus and…
Arthritis and infection
If I have arthritis and get an infection, is that a major concern ?

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