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It is already known that being overweight or obese increases a persons risk of CVD, as well as other diseases such as cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Are those extra kilos putting your joints at risk?

Adults with rheumatoid arthritis and obesity experienced more rapid progression of disability than patients who were...

30 April 2018 6:27 PM IST

Less activity may lead to chronic back pain and its recurrence (Photo: Pixabay)

Lower back pain? Go for early physical therapy

Currently, patients with low-back pain are given painkillers, X rays and, in some cases, told to rest.

23 May 2018 5:34 PM IST

Opioids are no better than these other drugs at reducing how much pain interferes with daily activities like walking, working, sleeping. (Photo: Pixabay)

Opioids no better than NSAIDs for chronic back or arthritis pain

This study shows that extra risk doesn't come with any extra benefit.

22 March 2018 8:10 PM IST

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Physical therapy can help treat teens with concussion

Recent studies have suggested that resting for more than a day has limited benefits, and may be linked to increased...

28 Jun 2018 12:46 PM IST