Osteoarthritis
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Osteoarthritis cases could reach 1 billion worldwide by 2050, study saysThe study, published in the journal The Lancet Rheumatology, found that between 1990 and 2020, cases of osteoarthritis rose from 256 million to 595 million globally.HealthAug 21, 2023
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Spanish man, 82, builds bench in minutes after town ignores wife’s pleaHe admits the bench is 'not very luxurious,' but it gives his wife a place to rest on their morning walks.TrendingJun 11, 2021
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What cracking your knuckles actually does to your bones and jointsIs cracking your knuckles harmful to your bones and joints or is it just an annoying habit? Here's what an expert says.LifestyleMay 15, 2018
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U of A study probes long term effects of knee injuries in kidsResearchers at the U of A are working to develop a screening program to pinpoint which young athletes with knee trauma have the highest risk of joint disease.CanadaApr 11, 2017
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Anti-gravity treadmill relieves pain for patients: ‘like walking on the moon’The U of A's new anti-gravity treadmill uses NASA technology to lift the user by up to 80 per cent of their body weight. It means minimal pressure on joints.HealthFeb 22, 2017
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Taking acetaminophen for arthritis pain? It’s no better than placebos: Canadian studyIf you’re using acetaminophen to ease your osteoarthritis pain, Canadian doctors suggest you’re wasting your time.ConsumerMar 17, 2016
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Saskatoon company to provide marijuana for clinical trialA Saskatoon company will provide marijuana for a clinical trial to see if the plant is an effective treatment for pain associated with osteoarthritis.CanadaJun 24, 2015
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Could medical cannabis help arthritis patients? Halifax researcher wants to find outDr. Mary Lynch, a co-primary investigator and the lead investigator for the Halifax portion of the study, is looking for patients who are 50 and over with osteoarthritis of the knee. The study is also recruiting in Montreal.HealthJun 24, 2015
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3D Analysis helping osteoarthritis sufferers get back in actionA running injury clinic is helping osteoarthritis sufferers lead more active lives - using 3D analysis.Jan 1, 2015
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