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joints

Oh, those achy joints

While age, genetics and lifestyle can all affect the onset of arthritis, an improved diet and regular exercise can help fight symptoms.

Ready for tee time?

If you're headed to the links, a few smart precautions can help you avoid injuries.

How to avoid wintry mishaps

Whether you're skiing the trails or shoveling snow, these simple precautions can help you stay on your feet.

Enjoy sports at any age—safely

Adult sports are great exercise and loads of fun, but take proper precautions to lower the risk of injury.

Plan to rake? Don’t fall into trouble

With these helpful tips, you can avoid the major aches and pains suffered by scores of yard warriors every autumn.

Prevent injury—embrace the pre-shovel prep

Just because the snow is falling doesn't mean you should start digging. A warm-up, the right attire and a sensible pace can keep you safe.

New hope for arthritic knees?

An experimental drug is showing much promise in slowing the effects of osteoarthritis.

Patient Story

The right pace

Joint replacement surgery meant Tom Tellier had to give up running—but he ultimately gained a pain-free life with plenty of activity.

Feeling under the weather?

Study finds humid and windy days may indeed exacerbate symptoms of arthritis, fibromyalgia and other types of pain.

Are your knees talking to you?

New technology that listens to creaking joints could soon help doctors diagnose osteoarthritis.

Healthy for the long haul

As the retirement age continues to shift, Americans will need to maintain good health into their 70s and beyond.

Build healthy bones at any age

Preventive care and regular exercise are essential steps to ward off injury and maintain strength.