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Osteoarthritis affects nearly sixteen million Americans, according to the Arthritis Foundation. The condition is chronic, painful, and potentially crippling. This completely revised edition provides informed, compassionate advice about how to manage the challenges of day-to-day life with the disease. Geared to patients and their families, the book offers practical suggestions for everything from understanding prescriptions to maintaining independent living. ... Read more

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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common, painful, and debilitating condition that affects approximately 46.4 million individuals in the United States. By 2012, this number is expected to increase to 60 million. In addition, it is the leading cause of activity limitation in adults and represents a widely acknowledged economic burden. Although the ultimate goal is to slow or prevent OA progression, at present, medical management of OA is aimed primarily at controlling symptoms of pain and stiffness and maintaining joint mobility and quality of life. Because of the lack or perceived lack of response to many conventional therapies for OA as well as concerns regarding the long-term administration of drugs (eg, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), oral joint health supplements (OJHSs) have become increasingly popular among patients with OA. This article briefly reviews pertinent molecular mechanisms involved in the development of OA and summarizes available in vitro and in vivo evidence supporting the use of avocado and soybean unsaponifiables (ASU) either alone or in combination with glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate in patients with OA. Basic scientific research studies and a systematic review and meta-analysis of the available high-quality randomized clinical trials indicate that 300 mg of ASU per day (with or without glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate) appears to be beneficial for patients with hip or knee OA. There is also some evidence that ASU or ASU/glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate combination products could be used prophylactically in even the earliest stages of OA. Considering concerns regarding inferior-quality OJHSs, consumers and physicians are encouraged to take an evidence-based approach when evaluating OJHSs to identify and recommend safe and effective products that meet label claims when tested independently, and are of the highest quality. ... Read more

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Are you tired of battling joint pain, stiffness, and soreness? With The Everything® Health Guide to Arthritis, you'll learn to manage your pain and enjoy being more active. Carol Eustice, who has lived with arthritis for more than thirty years, gives you the strength and knowledge you need to:

• Work with your doctor to manage pain
• Explore alternative treatment options
• Stay healthy and active with proper diet
• Protect your joints
• Use exercise to improve range of motion

Technical Reviewer:Scott J. Zashin, M.D. is a clinical assistant professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Division of Rheumatology, in Dallas. He is also an attending physician at Presbyterian Hospitals of Dallas and Plano and a fellow of the American College of Physicians and Rheumatology. He lives in Dallas. ... Read more

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The first book anyone with RA should reach for.....
The Everything Health Guide to Arthritisis a book written by someone who has been there and done that.Carol Eustice's long battle with rheumatoid arthritis as well as her many years in running patient support forums have given her a unique voice among the myriad of arthrits books.

This book is filled with straight forward practical information that anyone diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis will find useful.With the esteemed rheumatologist Dr. Scott Zashin providing the medical information Ms. Eustice has provided us with well researched and written guide for dealing with this devestating often misunderstood disease

A Gift of Hope
This book came into my life at just the right moment in time. The information is so vital to anyone having or loving someone with RA. This probably is the most thorough and easy read ever.The information on pain management was right on. This book is helping me to accept "what is" so that I can use my energy to heal.Just yesterday my doctor said I cannot work. In the midst of this new trial, God has given me hope through the inspired words of this book.Thank you for sharing. ... Read more

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At a time when prevalence of osteoarthritis (failure of the joint) is increasing with an aging population it is timely to review the latest evidence and management strategies for optimal treatment of patients with this, the most common joint disease of mankind.A number of exciting new developments related to etiopathogesis and management make it highly desirable at this time to publish a fully comprehensive authoritative discussion of the risk factors, mechanisms of joint damage, clinical aspects, differential diagnosis and treatment of OA.A review of the current understanding of the management of this disorder and of the basic mechanisms involved provides the rationale for publication of this new fully-updated edition. The book looks at the mechanisms for joint failure and how this may be due to abnormal cartilage or disease in underlying tissue.Significant coverage is given to exciting new evidence on disease-modifying drugs and methodologies for their outcomes evaluation.It is becoming increasingly reconised that optimal management of osteoarthritis requires a comprehensive program involving drugs and nonmedical components and, in some cases, surgery.Chapters on both non-surgical and surgical therapy are contained in the management section.The full coverage given in this book allows the physician to consider and choose the right blend of treatment for each patient from the range available whether physical, pharmacologic, surgical or supportive.The book is sympathetic to the significant differences that often exist between the perception of the patient and that of the physician regardign what's important in treatment and coverage is therefore given to the outcome measures needed for optimal evaluation of both.Highly illustrated in full colour throughout this difinitive text is written principally for the clinical rheumatologists, although primary care physicians, orthopaedic surgeons, allied health professionals, basic researchers, memebers of the pharmaceutical industry who are involved in drug research and development, and regulatory staff should also find it useful. ... Read more

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For years physicians considered osteoarthritis(OA) a routine chronic disorder for which they had little to offer patients. Recent studies in animal models of OA indicate that the development and progression of this disease may be prevented or, at least, slowed, by pharmacologic or biologic therapies. In addition, a clear understanding of the symptomatic therapy of this disease - both medicinal and non-medicinal - has emerged within the past few years. An Atlas of Osteoarthritis provides a broad overview of OA that will be of practical value to primary care physicians, residents, and house officers and enable them to treat patients more effectively and more safely.The book presents background information on epidemiology, pathology, and pathogenesis, covers all aspects of diagnosis and treatment, describes clinical features with special attention to diagnosis and differential diagnosis, and highlights the important role of orthopedic surgery. It includes the spectrum of nonmedicinal measures that represents the keystone of osteoarthritis management. The author discusses disease-modifying drugs as potential future therapies and presents a rational approach to the management of patients with OA. In addition, he reviews the appropriate use of simple analgesics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs including specific Cox-2 inhibitors, opioids, and intra-articular injections of glucocorticoid and hyaluronic acid. A focused text supported by clinical color photographs, drawings, and radiographs, An Atlas of Osteoarthritis gives you a clear understanding of the diagnosis, the possible pitfalls in the diagnosis and the treatment of OA. ... Read more

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Covering the key topics for the management of patients with osteoarthritis, this handbook has been written by a team of international contributors, each bringing their different perspectives to bear on a continually evolving field. ... Read more

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This book is written by worldwide reputed researchers and clinicians in the field of osteoarthritis. Latest experimental results in osteoarthritis research are reported on. The book furtheron describes in detail all aspects of this disease - from pathophysiology and diagnostics to medical, surgical and physical therapy and rehabilitation. This represents a summary of the current status of clinical and experimental aspects of osteoarthritis. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Internal Medicine News, published by International Medical News Group on June 1, 2003. The length of the article is 950 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Avocado, soy unsaponifiables for osteoarthritis. (Alternative Medicine).
Author: Nancy Walsh
Publication: Internal Medicine News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: June 1, 2003
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 36Issue: 11Page: 20(1)

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The Osteoarthritis chart features a large skeletal image displaying with generally affected joints being labeled. Sagittal views of healthy and OA affected joints and cartilage are shown, along with a 2-part diagram of nutrient exchange. ... Read more

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Kinki Univ., Osaka, Japan. Based on the International Symposium on Advances in Osteoarthritis, held in Kobe, Japan, in 1997. Focuses on mechanical stress and chondrocyte reactions, functional diagnosis of osteoarthritis, new cartilage markers, promising treatments, and problems following total joint replacement. For clinicians and researchers. ... Read more

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Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder and represents a massive problem in our aging society. For most people, it is a syndrome of joint pain and stiffness, with associated functional problems that have a substantial impact on quality of life.The two internationally renowned authors of "Fast Facts: Osteoarthritis" believe that 'something can be done to help every person with osteoarthritis'. This comprehensive handbook includes: a clear and concise description of the normal joint; a detailed overview of the pathology of osteoarthritis; expert guidance on well-established diagnostic criteria and investigations; up-to-date, practical information on drug therapy, non-pharmacological treatments and surgical options; and, joint-specific treatments for the hand, hip and knee, including intra-articular corticosteroid injections. For all health care professionals who have ever felt unable to provide effective therapy for this disease, or who have encountered negative patient and community attitudes to joint pain, "Fast Facts: Osteoarthritis" is essential reading. ... Read more

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The Surgery, Glasgow, Scotland. Provides an overview of the condition, causes, and natural history. Diagnosis is explained and includes descriptions of joint examination, monitoring of progress, and assessment of disability. Advocates a patient-centered approach to care. Options for surgical treatment are also discussed. Softcover. DNLM: Osteoarthritis--therapy. ... Read more

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Almost 21 million people in the United States are afflicted by osteoarthritis and it accounts for nearly 25% of all visits to primary care physicians. Moreover, close to 50% of those 65 and older will develop symptoms of this disorderThis issue of Rheumatic Disease Clinics of North America examines the clinically important aspects of osteoarthritis and features articles on the following topics: epidemiology; etiopathogenesis; the role of bone and meniscus in disease genesis; genetics; joint mechanics; symptoms, imaging; overview of management; obesity and management of body weight; the role of muscle in disease genesis; use of orthotic devices; the role of analgesics and intra-articular injections in disease management; potential pharmacologic treatments; and surgical interventions. ... Read more