181. Herniated Disc - Cause
(Health A-Z/Herniated Disc)

A herniated disc usually is caused by wear and tear of the disc (also called disc degeneration). As we age, our vertebral discs lose some o

182. Herniated Disc - Topic Overview
(Health A-Z/Herniated Disc)

...n the upper back (thoracic spine). This topic focuses mainly on the lower back. What causes a herniated disc? A herniated disc may be caused by: Wear and tear ...

183. Osteoarthritis - Other Places To Get Help
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

...participating in a national federal database of health information. NIAMS supports research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases and su...

184. Osteoarthritis - Other Treatment
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

... these work, but there is little risk in trying them. Experimental medical therapies Because osteoarthritis is caused by the breakdown of cartilage, research continues for develo...

185. Osteoarthritis - Medications
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

...tenance of joint function and rehabilitation. If you limit or decrease the movement of your joints because of pain, you will develop tightening, shortening, and weakness of the ligaments, tend...

186. Osteoarthritis - Home Treatment
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

You can take steps to help relieve the pain caused by osteoarthritis and improve your joint function. Rest your joint if it is extremely painful or

187. Osteoarthritis - Prevention
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

...en restore, health and function.6 But some people with osteoarthritis may be reluctant to exercise because of joint pain after activity. You can take various steps to help relieve pain, such a...

188. Osteoarthritis - Exams and Tests
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

...or should evaluate each joint individually so that he or she does not overlook any other medical cause for your symptoms.3 VitaDocs Medical Reference from Healthwise ...

189. Osteoarthritis - When To Call a Doctor
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

Many conditions can cause symptoms similar to osteoarthritis. In order to determine the cause of your symptoms, call your health professional i

190. Osteoarthritis - What Increases Your Risk
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

... seem to increase the risk of developing osteoarthritis, including:3, 4 Aging, which does not cause osteoarthritis but is a factor in developing symptoms. Most people older than 65 year...

191. Osteoarthritis - Symptoms
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

...t more than one location in the body (for example, the knees and hands). Osteoarthritis usually only causes symptoms in one or more joints. Symptoms that affect the whole body, such as fever, ...

192. Osteoarthritis - Cause
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

... Osteoarthritis results from chemical changes in the cartilage that cause it to break down faster than it can be produced. In most cases, experts don't kno...

193. Osteoarthritis - Topic Overview
(Health A-Z/Osteoarthritis)

... for you to move. And you can do things to keep the damage from getting worse. What causes osteoarthritis? The simplest way to describe osteoarthritis is that it is ...

194. Ankylosing Spondylitis - Other Places To Get Help
(Health A-Z/Ankylosing Spondylitis)

...participating in a national federal database of health information. NIAMS supports research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases and su...

195. Ankylosing Spondylitis - Home Treatment
(Health A-Z/Ankylosing Spondylitis)

...ny new activity. Maintaining proper posture and chest expansion. Good posture is important because it can help prevent abnormal bending of the spine. Maintaining chest expansion wi...

196. Ankylosing Spondylitis - Treatment Overview
(Health A-Z/Ankylosing Spondylitis)

...ou can expect as ankylosing spondylitis progresses and how you can minimize problems that can be caused by your condition. Conditioning and strengthening exercises ...

197. Ankylosing Spondylitis - Symptoms
(Health A-Z/Ankylosing Spondylitis)

...ers, wrists, hands, knees, ankles, and feet. Although it is unusual, ankylosing spondylitis can also cause changes such as thickening of the major artery (aorta) and the valve in the heart ...

198. Ankylosing Spondylitis - Topic Overview
(Health A-Z/Ankylosing Spondylitis)

... a form of arthritis that is long-lasting (chronic) and most often affects the spine. It can cause pain, stiffness, swelling, and limited motion in the low back, middle back, and neck,...

199. A Day in the Life of a Rheumatoid Arthritis Patient
(Guide/Rheumatoid Arthritis)

...rheumatoid arthritis now for nearly 10 years. My husband is understanding and supportive. My disease has caused deformity of my hands and feet. My fingers are recognizably gnarled and have bumps, call...

200. Tai Chi for Arthritis Relief
(Guide/Rheumatoid Arthritis)

...lth organizations - including the Arthritis Foundation -- recommend tai chi as an activity for seniors because it provides balance of body and mind. "The movements of tai chi keep the body f...