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  • The Nerves Of The Hand

    The Nerves Of The Hand

    Three nerves control our hands. Understanding nerve function can help us distinguish between benign symptoms and signals of nerve damage. We use our hands to open jars, brush our teeth, …

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  • Why Do My Hands Get Numb When I Knit?

    Why Do My Hands Get Numb When I Knit?

    Settling in with a fluffy ball of yarn and the sound of busy knitting needles is a soothing pastime for a winter evening. Explore how this popular hobby can …

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  • The Anatomy Of The Hand

    The Anatomy Of The Hand

    Our hands are complex and essential tools. This overview explains the anatomy of the hand, and the structures that make our hands such dependable helpers. Whether we are extending a …

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  • Airport Tips For Travelers With Arthritis

    Airport Tips For Travelers With Arthritis

    Whether travelers are flying to escape cold weather or to be home for the holidays, negotiating airports can be a special challenge for people with arthritis. We’ve got tips …

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  • Steer Clear Of Seven Foods That May Inflame Arthritic Joints

    Steer Clear Of Seven Foods That May Inflame Arthritic Joints

    Inflammation aggravates arthritic joints, causing tissues to swell and become inflamed. Eating anti-inflammatory foods may reduce swelling, but it’s also important to know about the foods that can trigger …

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  • A Diet Designed For Healthy Hips

    A Diet Designed For Healthy Hips

    Over time, women are especially susceptible to hip injuries resulting from progressive bone weakness caused by osteoporosis. Although diet alone can’t prevent osteoporosis, it can help to keep bones …

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  • Eight Foods That Are Kind To Arthritic Joints

    Eight Foods That Are Kind To Arthritic Joints

    Arthritis causes joints to become swollen and inflamed. Nutrition alone is not a cure-all, but a diet that includes these eight anti-inflammatory foods can help manage inflammation and reduce …

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  • Workplace Tricks To Ease Arthritic Joints

    Workplace Tricks To Ease Arthritic Joints

    Less than ergonomic conditions can compound joint stress for workers with arthritic joints. We have some arthritis tips to improve comfort on the job.

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  • The Link Between Weight And Orthopedic Risks

    The Link Between Weight And Orthopedic Risks

    Excess weight contributes to a number of serious health problems. A new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons explores the impact of obesity …

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