Cortisone injections are a commonly prescribed treatment for all kinds of joint and tendon injuries. But are cortisone shots really a good choice? After a systematic review of studies on their effectiveness and safety, researchers reported to The Lancet that while cortisone shots may offer fast relief from pain, they c … Read More
Despite how it might feel sometimes there are some wonderful things that come with getting "older". We get to see our kids and grandchildren grow up, get to work a little less (hopefully) and get to spend a little more time doing the things we love. Although it seems like we are always trying to stay young, there truly is ma … Read More
Did you know that an estimated 50 million adults suffer from at least one form of arthritis? As we continue to evolve as a race, and the average life expectancy continues to grow, we will be faced with the potential of dealing with arthritis. Arthritis pain can be severe and is one of the leading causes of disability in the … Read More
Arthritis is a condition that afflicts the body's joints which makes them truly excruciating to put pressure onto or for you to move. Obviously, it is up to you and your health care provider to discuss the treatment solutions available and what most favorable suits your needs. Medication, injections, and holistic treatment m … Read More
Arthritis is an infirmity that distresses the body's joints which makes them considerably painful to place force onto or for you to move. Miserably, arthritis is fairly ordinary as a person ages and their joints naturally start to degenerate and break down. You may have heard, the most prevalent type of arthritis is osteoart … Read More
I love a good night’s sleep. I try to get the recommended eight hours every night. It doesn’t always happen, but I make the effort. Because there’s not much better than hopping out of bed, ready to take on the day, when your body is fully rested. But for millions of Americans getting out of bed in the morning is a real … Read More
Most pain relief medications, including over the counter pills widely available on your local grocery store shelves, have dangerous side effects. But doing nothing when you're in pain isn't an option for most folks. That's why we're always on the lookout for new ways to safely, naturally help you get rid of pain. For … Read More
According to the Arthritis Foundation, nearly 20% of all Americans suffer daily with achy joints. They also say that half of those with arthritis feel there's nothing that can be done to ease their pain outside of painful cortisone injections and dangerous drugs. Well here's some good news. You most certainly can do somet … Read More
Boswellia is a natural inflammation-fighting gum resin extract derived from the Boswellia serrata tree, common to India. It is also known as "Indian Frankincense." For centuries, the tree's fragrant, gummy sap, called "oleoresin", has been tapped for its medicinal properties. It has proven especially valuable for arthritis a … Read More
If there's anything we know about osteoarthritis, we know it makes your joints stiff and causes painful inflammation. One of the primary culprits behind the stiffness is a buildup of calcium in the bones and soft tissues surrounding the joint. But medical researchers have been studying simple and inexpensive ways to stimu … Read More