Osteoarthritis
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EULAR program features novel treatments and targets in immune pathways and key overviews of the field
As EULAR celebrates its 70th anniversary, it will launch its first awareness campaign‚ “Don’t delay, connect today!” at the congress.
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EMEUNET tailors EULAR experience for young rheumatologists
Besides dedicated sessions for younger rheumatologists, there are networking events, guidance for first-time attendees, and opportunities for...
From the Journals
Osteoarthritis contributes more to difficulty walking than do diabetes, CVD
The ability of hip and knee OA to predict difficulty walking increased with the number of joints affected and acted additively with either...
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Experts bust common sports medicine myths
SAN DIEGO – Is it okay for pregnant women to attend CrossFit classes? Are patients who run for fun at increased risk for osteoarthritis? Does...
From the Journals
Depressed OA patients get far-reaching benefits from Internet-delivered CBT
The benefits of the 10-week program extended beyond depression to improving pain, stiffness, physical functioning, and self-efficacy.
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Knee injuries in youth sports bring double whammy
Just 3-10 years after sustaining a knee injury while participating in youth sports, 29% of young people already have MRI evidence of knee...
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Think twice before recommending partial meniscectomy
LAS VEGAS – Patients with knee osteoarthritis and a meniscal tear who underwent arthroscopic partial meniscectomy subsequently experienced...
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New evidence bisphosphonates may prevent OA
LAS VEGAS – A favorable signal is seen in the Osteoarthritis Initiative.
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How bariatric surgery improves knee osteoarthritis
LAS VEGAS – The mechanism probably isn’t what you think.
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OARSI to FDA: Take osteoarthritis seriously
LAS VEGAS – White paper pushes for more flexible regulatory approach to OA drug development.
From the Journals
Lifetime risk of hand OA comes close to 40%
Risk approaches 50% for women and the obese, according to data from the Johnston County Osteoarthritis Project.