Tag: Arthritis: Osteo
Decision Aid Ups Rate of Knee Replacement Surgery for Blacks
However, rates of recommendation for surgery did not differ significantly
Barriers Identified in Current Knee Osteoarthritis Care
Most frequently cited barriers were in domains of patient and health care professional
Meta-Analysis Links Increased BMI, Hand Osteoarthritis
Weak but significant effect seen on risk of radiographic hand osteoarthritis
Radiofrequency Neurotomy Efficient in Knee Osteoarthritis
Radiofrequency neurotomy of genicular nerves safe and efficient in knee osteoarthritis pain
Overweight/Obesity Up Incidence of Hand, Hip, Knee Osteoarthritis
Being overweight or obese increases incidence of OA, especially in the knee
Autologous Adipose-Derived Stromal Cells May Ease Knee OA
Single intra-articular injection of autologous adipose-derived stromal cells can improve pain, mobility
Possible Benefit for Cannabinoids in Rheumatic Conditions
Review shows limited benefit in terms of pain relief, sleep; mild to moderate adverse effects
Spironolactone No Benefit for Knee OA in Older Adults
No improvements seen in symptoms, physical function, or health-related quality of life
Tai Chi Deemed Beneficial for Knee Osteoarthritis
Similar benefits for Tai Chi, physical therapy; benefits of Tai Chi consistent across instructors
Analgesics Plus Exercise Therapy Feasible for Knee OA
Seventy-eight percent of patients could participate in exercise protocol after analgesic use
