Tag: joint health
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World Arthritis Day: Why Younger Adults in Their 30s and 40s Are Getting Arthritis
World Arthritis Day Spotlight: A Shift in Who Gets Arthritis Arthritis is increasingly no longer the exclusive concern of older adults. On World Arthritis Day, health experts highlight a worrying trend: many people in their 30s and 40s are experiencing joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation earlier in life. This shift is tied to a combination…
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Walking Can Harm Too: Who Should Not Walk 10,000 Steps Daily and Why
Rethinking the 10,000-step mantra The idea of walking 10,000 steps per day has become a global fitness mantra, but its origins aren’t medical; it began as a marketing cue for a pedometer in Japan in the 1960s. While the number captures attention and encourages movement, it isn’t a universal prescription for health. In fact, research…
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Walking 10,000 Steps: Who Should Avoid It and Why
Rethinking the 10,000-Step Benchmark The idea of walking 10,000 steps a day has become a global fitness mantra. Yet this target did not originate from medical research. It emerged from a marketing campaign for a pedometer in Japan in the 1960s and later gained popularity as a simple, easy-to-remember goal. While daily steps can improve…
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The Essential Knee: 5 At-Home Exercises to Prevent Knee Pain
Why knee health matters The knee joint is one of the body’s most complex and heavily loaded joints. Everyday activities—from walking to climbing stairs—place substantial demands on it. Research and clinical experience show that keeping the muscles around the knee strong helps protect this vital joint, reduce pain, and preserve mobility as we age. The…
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Breakthrough in Arthritis Treatment: New Gel Offers Hope
Introduction to a New Hope in Arthritis Treatment For millions suffering from arthritis, the quest for effective relief often feels like a never-ending battle. Traditional treatments tend to focus on slowing disease progression or managing symptoms without addressing the root cause. Fortunately, researchers at the University of Cambridge have made a significant breakthrough: a new…
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Breakthrough in Arthritis Treatment Offers New Hope
Introduction Millions of people suffer from arthritis, a debilitating condition that affects joints and leads to chronic pain and inflammation. Recent advancements in medical science have opened new doors for treatment options. A team of researchers from Cambridge University has made a significant breakthrough by developing a new hydrogel that functions like artificial cartilage, capable…