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Arthritis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of one or more joints, leading to pain and stiffness that typically worsen with age. There are several types of arthritis, with osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) being the most prevalent. Osteoarthritis involves wear-and-tear damage to joint’s cartilage, which is the cushioning material at the ends of bones. As the cartilage wears down, bone grinds directly on bone, causing pain and restricted movement. Rheumatoid arthritis, on the other hand, is an autoimmune disorder where the body’s immune system attacks the lining of the joint capsule, a tough membrane that encloses all the joint parts. This inflammation can eventually lead to joint erosion and may damage other parts of the body as well.
A new study suggests that lingering rheumatoid arthritis symptoms are not always caused by ongoing…
Experimental osteoarthritis therapies repaired damaged joints in animals and may enter clinical trials within 18…
A daily inulin supplement may help reduce knee osteoarthritis pain while revealing a possible link…
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Researchers have identified the SHP protein as a key regulator that suppresses cartilage-degrading enzymes and…
Scar-driven changes in joint tissue may underlie treatment resistance in rheumatoid arthritis, opening the door…
A sweeping analysis of nearly 10,000 patients challenges assumptions about how best to treat knee…
A new study links fatty acid metabolism to rheumatoid arthritis treatment, revealing a natural compound…
Researchers have uncovered a previously unobserved presence of the GLP-1 hormone in the joints of…
A long-term clinical study suggests that intervening before rheumatoid arthritis fully develops may significantly alter…
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A newly identified molecular player may help explain how cartilage in the jaw joint resists…
A widely used treatment for rheumatoid arthritis may offer an unexpected cardiovascular benefit. Methotrexate has…
A sweeping review of clinical evidence casts doubt on one of the most commonly prescribed…
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Scientists have uncovered why only some people with psoriasis go on to develop painful joint…
An AI system developed at the University of Surrey can predict future knee X-rays, helping…