Traditional Chinese Medicine: what you need to know
Q: Is Chinese medicine safe to use in the treatment of arthritis? A: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been around for thousands of years, but just because something has been around for thousands of years, doesn’t mean it works or it’s always safe. Please continue reading to find out...
Feeling Dismissed or Ignored? How to Talk to Your Specialist
Q: How do I talk to my specialist about getting scans or x-rays to establish exactly how much damage has been done? A: Good question. Taking this question on face vale the answer is easy- just ask! But I think there may be more than meets the eye to...
What Causes Arthritis Pain
By the American Arthritis Foundation There are over 120 different types of arthritis and all of them cause pain in different ways. This article from our friends at the American Arthritis Association explains how the different types of arthritis cause pain. To read the full article click here: https://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/healthy-living/managing-pain/understanding-pain/sources-of-arthritis-pain...
Your Questions About Gout Answered
What are the symptoms? Gout is a type of arthritis and it manifests as swollen, tender and red joints. Commonly when it first appears it will affect the big toe of the foot, but in time it will move on to other joints. The onset is often at night....
Eating Right For Your Arthritis: Which foods may ease your symptoms?
Unfortunately there is no diet which can completely control the symptoms of arthritis or halt its progression. However, a healthy, well balanced diet is not only vital for our health and well-being, it will also give our bodies the best chance of possibly reducing some of the symptoms associated...
Non-Addictive Pain Control: What Works Best?
Q: Non-Addictive pain control: what works best? This is a question asked by someone who attended one of our free Community Education webinars. Yes, there are many different, evidence-based strategies to help manage pain. But first, let’s briefly touch on (potentially) addictive pain control i.e., opioid use. Pharmacological Opioid...
Coping With An Arthritis Flare
With the right treatment, arthritis symptoms for some may be kept at bay or to a minimum. However, there may still be times where you experience episodes of pain and inflammation known as flares. To help manage flares, and keep them to a minimum, there are things both you...
Healthy snack hacks
When the craving hits or when you have a grumbling belly, it is easy to reach for the fridge or pantry for junk food. But if your fridge is loaded with all the good stuff, you can quickly whip yourself up a nutritious and delicious snack in no time....
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