Integrated Medical Care in Akron, Ohio
The knee is the largest joint in your body and the one that bears most of your weight. Because of this, it’s a tough — and sometimes problem-prone — joint. When you’re feeling knee pain, how do you know what caused it? Your doctor’s diagnosis is the ultimate answer, but there are some…
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Diet & osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the cushion of cartilage between your joints breaks down and wears away. It can cause severe joint pain and swelling. Osteoarthritis (OA) is an inflammatory condition. Its symptoms can be aggravated by eating foods that contribute to inflammation in the body. Avoiding certain foods could…
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As if it’s not enough that your osteoarthritis bothers you throughout the day, pain and stiffness can also interrupt your ability to get a good night’s sleep. This is bad news because poor sleep can cause pain to be worse—this creates a damaging cycle of pain and poor sleep. If osteoarthritis pain and stiffness are…
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What You Need To Know About Knee Injuries From ligament, tendon and cartilage tears to runner’s knee and various pain syndromes, most everyone has known someone who has had a dreaded knee injury. In fact, knee injuries are the second most common sports injury accounting for more than five million patient visits per year according…
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