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Resistance Training Boosts Mobility in Knee Arthritis Patients
Using free weights, isometric exercise tied to overall increase in physical activity levels

Three Genes Raise Gout Risk
Finding could lead to new treatments, experts say

Popular Supplements Don’t Work Against Arthritis: Study
But lead researcher says it's too soon to give up on glucosamine

Occupational Therapy Plus Exercise Benefits Osteoarthritis
Taking more active role in their health helps patients stave off decline, study finds

Pain More a Cause of Arthritis Than a Symptom
Nerve cells may help spur inflammation, study shows

Health Tip: Choosing a Knee Brace
Which type is best for you?

Health Tip: Massage Arthritis Pain
Help strained joints and muscles

Surgery for Knee Osteoarthritis No Better Than Therapy, Meds
Study found results for both were same 2 years later

Almost Half of Adults Will Develop Knee Osteoarthritis by 85
Study finds risk is greatest for those overweight or obese at age 45

FDA Demands Tougher Warnings on Immunosuppressive Drugs
Officials want stronger labeling about fungal infection risk