September 23, 2024 by Society of Interventional Radiology Credit: Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.jvir.2024.08.028A new study shows that a minimally invasive treatment for osteoarthritis (OA) in the knees may have a lasting benefit of at least 2 years. Published today in the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology during Pain Awareness...
Written by Kim Grundy, PT | Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MDPublished on May 25, 2023 Key takeaways: IT band syndrome is a common cause of lateral (side) knee pain that often affects runners and cyclists.Treatment for IT band syndrome involves rest, stretches, hip-strengthening exercises, and ice to decrease inflammation.Be patient and consistent with your exercises,...
by Brian Katzowitz, Emory University Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Characterized by extensive damage to joints and debilitating pain, osteoarthritis (OA) impacts millions of people worldwide and has long posed a substantial clinical and economic burden. In spite of advances in diagnosis, medications, and short-term pain management solutions, the elusive goal of a disease-modifying OA drug has...
by La Trobe University Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWith knee pain affecting a large share of the community, a researcher at La Trobe University is calling for clinicians and GPs to avoid delays in adopting the most up to date, evidenced-based guidelines. Investigators from the La Trobe Sport and Exercise Medicine Research Center, together with researchers from...
by The Reis Group Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive treatment for knee pain due to osteoarthritis of the knee, and can significantly reduce pain, especially for adults who are 50 and older, according to new research to be presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting in Phoenix,...
by American College of Physicians Credit: CC0 Public Domain A randomized controlled trial found that sturdy supportive shoes improve knee pain on walking and knee-related quality of life compared with flat flexible shoes. This evidence supports recommendations that previously had been based on expert opinion in the absence of data. Findings are published in Annals of Internal...
If you suffer from joint pain, a new study out of Stanford could hold the possibility of relief, and a time in the future when doctors tune up our joints almost the way we service our cars. “Maybe this is a little bit more like Jiffy Lube, an oil change”, says Stanford researcher Dr. Michael Longaker, M.D. Dr. Longaker and his team at Stanford believe...
Swelling in the knee can reduce mobility and cause pain and other symptoms. Fortunately, a few simple techniques may quickly ease the swelling. Swelling of the knee may result from overuse, injury, or arthritis. A person may be able to ease the swelling at home, but in some cases, professional treatment is necessary. This article...
The United States is still “knee-deep” in its first wave of COVID-19 infections and must act quickly to tackle the recent surge, a health expert warned. Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said the number of cases before the latest outbreak had never hit a sufficient level. Officials...
An experimental gel is the first to match the strength and durability of knee cartilage, researchers say. The material may look like a distant cousin of Jell-O—which it is—but it’s incredibly strong. It’s 60% water, but a single quarter-sized disc can bear the weight of a 100-pound kettlebell without tearing or losing its shape. THE...
