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Can a Vegan Diet Help With Joint Pain?

Posted: Nov 4, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

November is recognized as World Vegan Month, a time for advocacy for a meatless diet. Veganism differs from vegetarianism in that people who observe vegan eating habits do not eat any types of food made from or by animals.  Recent research into arthritis and joint pain suggest that adopting a vegan diet may be beneficial […] Read More...

Joint Pain During Flu Season

Posted: Oct 27, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

Flu season is once again upon us, as are regular reminders to get a flu shot. If you have concerns about influenza and whether or not you should receive inoculation, consult with your doctor. If arthritis or another type of joint pain factors into your concern, it is natural to feel hesitant, and want what […] Read More...

Top 5 Ways To Prevent Injuries This Fall

Posted: Oct 21, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

Activities abound this fall. Whether you are decorating your home for the holidays or partaking in charity runs and walks and seasonal events around the community, you want to stay healthy. For those dealing with joint pain and regular back problems, it’s important to listen to your body and not tax yourself.  Be mindful of […] Read More...

Get Ready For Holiday Cooking

Posted: Oct 14, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

As the weather cools and schedules change to accommodate the season, thoughts turn to holiday planning. Fall and winter not only inspire large dinners for Thanksgiving and Christmas, but specific recipes to ward off the chill. If you enjoy cooking but don’t spend as much time in the kitchen due to flare-ups in your hands […] Read More...

3 Things To Know About Bone Spurs

Posted: Oct 7, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

You may be exercising one day and experience a painful feeling that wasn’t there before. Some in a particular joint irritates you, perhaps following an injury or from overuse. You might dismiss the pain as temporary and apply a treatment to help you recover, but the discomfort may be a sign of a more persistent […] Read More...

7 in 10 Older Adults Experiencing Arthritis

Posted: Sep 23, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

According to a new report sponsored by the AARP, seventy percent of adults over the age 50 report issues with joint pain. A poll of over two thousand older adults, conducted by the University of Michigan Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, revealed that seven of every ten participants queried reported some type of pain […] Read More...

The Role of Pets In Relieving Joint Pain

Posted: Sep 16, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

Have you hugged your pet today? According to the National Center for Health Research, animal companions are likely to reduce stress and anxiety. Even a few minutes spent with your dog, cat or other pet at home can help lower blood pressure and lighten your mood.  For people experiencing chronic joint pain, pet ownership may […] Read More...

Self-Care Tips To Help With Joint Pain

Posted: Sep 9, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

As September is Self-Care Awareness Month, it’s a good time to reflect upon how the few moments we take for ourselves can impact our chronic joint pain for the better. One thing to know about self-care is that it is what you make of it. There are no set rules or time limits, and it […] Read More...

What To Know About Joint Pain Recovery

Posted: Sep 2, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

The decision to undergo surgery to relieve joint pain is one to take seriously. Well before you schedule the procedure, you’ll make numerous decisions with regards to your work, household, and other commitments. More importantly, you’ll need to prepare for the recovery process which varies from patient to patient. Depending on your operation, you may […] Read More...

Back To School Without Back Pain

Posted: Aug 26, 2022 | by admin | 0 Comment

It won’t be long before fleets of long, yellow buses roll through the neighborhoods of Hampton Roads. Through the region, back to school energy is thriving and it’s not limited to young children. College freshmen are moving into dorms, and older students are preparing for graduate studies and other programs. Education is forever, as is […] Read More...