Medical Terminology — Blood Vessel Disease
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Month: March 2014
Study: Glucosamine No Help for Knee Pain
A new study finds that glucosamine does not slow damage to knee joints in people with long-term (chronic) pain. Glucosamine is a dietary supplement. It is not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Many people take it as a treatment for osteoarthritis, but its benefit is uncertain. Prior studies have had conflicting results. The new study included 201 adults with chronic knee pain. They were randomly divided into 2 groups. One group received a daily drink (diet lemonade) that contained glucosamine. The other group received a placebo drink that did not contain the supplement. The study lasted 24 weeks. MRI images were taken of people’s knees before and after the study. The images showed no difference between groups in the degree of cartilage loss during the study. Breakdown of cartilage is a major source of osteoarthritis pain.
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Drug-free options to fight depression
Treatment for depression isn’t limited to drugs. Exercise, cognitive behavioral therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation may also help.
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Ask the doctor: Using PPIs to fight cancer risk.
Proton-pump inhibitors for stomach acid may reduce the risk of cancer in people with Barrett’s esophagus.
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Great exercise that’s easier on the joints
Exercising in water, also known as aquatic therapy, enables people to do many of the same exercises they would do on land without applying the same force on the joints.
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Is this common blood pressure drug risky?
Taking calcium-channel blockers (CCBs) for high blood pressure may have some risks, such as a possible increase in breast cancer.
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News briefs: Sit more, live less, warn Harvard researchers
It appears that the more time spent sitting – anywhere – the greater the odds of dying early from all causes, including heart disease and cancer.
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Easy ways to protect your mobility
Research suggests that doctors check mobility risk by asking if a person has difficulty climbing up 10 steps or walking a quarter-mile.
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Tips for healthy food on the go
To eat healthier food when on the go, try planning ahead, cooking in batches, choosing nutrient-dense foods, making smoothies, and keeping snacks simple.
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News briefs: Mediterranean diet now linked to reduced risk of PAD
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet – rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and fish – may help lower the risk for developing peripheral artery disease.
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