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Most of the time, the cause of OA is unknown. It is mainly related to aging, but metabolic, genetic, chemical, and mechanical factors can also lead to OA.
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Osteoarthritis results from deterioration or destruction of the cartilage that normally acts as a protective cushion between bones, particularly in weight-bearing joints such as the knees and hips. As the cartilage is worn away, the bones may for...
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Osteoarthritis results from deterioration or loss of the cartilage that acts as a protective cushion between bones, particularly in weight-bearing joints such as the knees and hips. As the cartilage is worn away, the bone forms spurs, areas of ab...
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Genetics plays a role in the development of osteoarthritis, particularly in the hands and hips. One study found that heredity may be involved in 30% of people with osteoarthritic hands and 65% of those with osteoarthritic knees.
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Genetics plays a role in the development of osteoarthritis, particularly in the hands and hips. One study found that heredity may be involved in 30% of people with osteoarthritic hands and 65% of those with osteoarthritic knees.
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Detailed information on preventing unintentional injuries Many unintentional injuries and emergencies can be prevented by reevaluating your family's health habits, lifestyles, and risks. Early detection and a prompt response is crucial in keeping situations manageable, and from becoming an emergency.
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Statistics relating to unintentional injuries The following are the latest US statistics available from the National Center for Health Statistics, part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other sources:
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Scrapes and sprains are a fact of life for most children, so it's good to know what to do when they come home with a minor injury.
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Trampolines are popular. Thousands of children are rocketing skyward, and trampoline injuries are also on the rise.
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Children in households where a parent lives with another unrelated adult are at much greater risk of death from an injury suffered in the home.
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Detailed information on neurological trauma in children Trauma to the nervous system requires immediate clinical care. Listed in the directory below are some different types of trauma, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Psychiatric diagnosis may be neglected in emergency rooms, where, in addition, people of color are less likely to be diagnosed with a pyschiatric condition than whites.
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Starting at what is commonly called middle age, operations of the human body begin to be more vulnerable to daily wear and tear; there is a general decline in physical, and possibly mental, functioning. In the Western countries, the length of life...
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In general, only about three percent of the elderly living independently in the community will experience depression. That figure increases to around 20 to 30 percent of persons in nursing homes or with chronic illnesses like emphysema, heart disease or diabetes.
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The aged" refers to elderly people, those who have reached an advanced age.The concept of aging and the aged has changed, as record numbers of people around the world are living longer, a trend expected to continue throughout the twenty-first cent...
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Through the daily grapevine of popular culture, we get the message over and over that young is better than old. But new research contradicts these age-old stereotypes. Indeed, studies suggest that the older you get, the happier you become.
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Starting at what is commonly called middle age, operations of the human body become more vulnerable to daily wear and tear. There is a general decline in physical, and possibly mental, functioning.
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You can't turn back the clock, but you can slow down the aging processes often associated with getting older.
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This term is used by demographers when referring to an increase over time in the proportion of older persons in the population. It does not necessarily imply an increase in life expectancy, that"people are living longer that they used to," or that...
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Discusses what we can do, if anything, to put ourselves in the category of those who live to advanced ages.
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Art, music, and other challenging activities may play a role in keeping the mind alert, even for those affected by dementia.
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Consider this fact: More than half the people who ever lived to be 65 are alive today. That alone suggests that myths about aging based on past generations may not hold true for this one. Let's look at 10 of those myths, and see what experts have to say about them.
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Not only do baby boomers expect to live into their 80s or 90s, but they are expecting to be independent, one expert says.
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No need to search for a secret formula to erase the effects of getting older. You already have the power to keep yourself feeling young for years.
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Beyond giving you energy to conquer a multitasking day, your diet can help slow the tick-tock of the biological clock that governs the aging process.
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This report helps you avoid common health woes, such as heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer's disease, and sight and hearing disorders.
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This report can help you preserve your independence and remain in your home in your later years. Includes information on financial and legal planning, finding and working with a caregiver, and useful home modifications.
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This report takes a view of the whole woman and helps her choose the most practical strategies for making her midlife transition.
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A practical guide to the causes of memory loss and the steps you can take to improve your ability to learn and remember for a lifetime.
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Learn how to put together a caregiving plan, draw on useful services, and address legal, medical, and financial planning issues. Also, find advice on involving family members, handling daily tasks, and maintaining your well being.
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This report details how physical changes that occur as you age can affect your sexuality.It includes information on the therapies and medications that can help you overcome sexual problems.
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This report describes causes and treatments for the most common age-related skin problems. It also reviews the newest and most effective cosmetic treatments, including anti-aging creams, laser procedures, Botox injections, and surgeries.
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Like the rest of your body, your eyes naturally change throughout your life. These changes occur gradually and become apparent in later years, as the structures in and around your eyes become less efficient. For most people, the first sign is presbyopia, deterioration of close-up vision. Luckily, this problem can be treated with reading glasses or bifocals.
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Aimed at older adults, this report provides practical advice on how to avoid common and often deadly accidents at home.
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New research indicates that-while not exactly a fountain of youth-exercise can reverse some of the physiological signs of aging and reduce overall disease and mortality.
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While regular physical activity is a cornerstone of wellness at any age, it's during your 30s, 40s and 50s that exercise becomes especially important.
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It's never easy to ponder death, whether you're facing the demise of a loved one or the end of your own life. But taking some time to think and plan ahead for those final hours or days can be a future blessing for your family and others close to you. Most people want a say in all life's important decisions. The same should be true regarding decisions surrounding death, such as what kind of medical treatment you receive. But what if you're unable to make your decisions or wishes known? Say, for example, you are unconscious and can't speak or hear. Unless you have spoken with your loved ones and taken certain legal actions, there may be confusion and stress over what those decisions will be and who can make them for you.
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Physical removal of age spots can be costly and painful. Topical treatments take time to work, but are generally safe, cost less than removal procedures, and are easier on the skin.
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Acromegaly is a chronic metabolic disorder in which there is too much growth hormone and the body tissues gradually enlarge.Somatotroph adenoma; Growth hormone excess; Pituitary giant; Gigantism.Acromegaly occurs in about 6 of every 100,000 adults...
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Acromegaly is a rare condition caused by abnormally high amounts of human growth hormone(HGH). An organ in the brain known as the pituitary gland, normally secretes this growth hormone.
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Detailed information on acromegaly, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Acromegaly is a rare condition caused by abnormally high amounts of human growth hormone(HGH). An organ in the brain known as the pituitary gland, normally secretes this growth hormone.
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Detailed information on the most common types of inflammatory and infectious disorders in children
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