Thumb Arthritis: Best Exercises, Principles, and Management
The 'best' exercise for thumb arthritis is not a single movement but a targeted program focused on improving range of motion, gently strengthening sur...
By Hart
Category: Joint Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Joint Health" category.
Golden Knee: Understanding the Implant and Optimal Joint Function
The 'golden knee' refers to a total knee replacement implant with a gold-colored titanium nitride coating, or colloquially, an exceptionally healthy a...
By Hart
Dislocated Shoulder: Risk Factors, Causes, and Prevention Strategies
A dislocated shoulder is primarily risked by acute trauma, specific anatomical predispositions, and a history of previous dislocations, all of which c...
By Alex
Gout: Understanding the 'Rich Man's Disease' - Symptoms, Causes, and Management
Historically, 'rich man's disease' refers to Gout, a painful inflammatory arthritis caused by uric acid crystal buildup in joints, now known to affect...
By Alex
Ulnar Drift: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Management
Ulnar drift is a hand deformity characterized by the lateral deviation of fingers towards the little finger, primarily caused by inflammatory arthropa...
By Jordan
Reactive Arthritis vs. Bursitis: Understanding Differences, Causes, and Treatments
Reactive arthritis is a systemic autoimmune condition triggered by infections, causing widespread joint inflammation, while bursitis is a localized in...
By Jordan
Joint Degeneration: Prevention, Exercise, Diet, and Lifestyle
Preventing joint degeneration involves a multifaceted approach including regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, practicing proper biomechanic...
By Hart
Arthritis: Understanding Genetic Causes and Environmental Factors
Arthritis, a broad term for joint inflammation, often has a significant genetic component where specific genes increase susceptibility, though environ...
By Alex
Knee Meniscus: Benefits of Swimming, Safe Strokes, and Important Precautions
Swimming is highly beneficial for knee meniscus issues, offering a low-impact environment that supports healing, strengthens surrounding muscles, and ...
By Hart
