Medically reviewed by Stella Bard, MD Key Takeaways Osteoarthritis often starts on one side of the body and can spread to ...

Athletic participation brings countless benefits, from cardiovascular health to mental wellbeing, but certain sports carry significantly higher risks for joint injuries that can impact mobility for ...

Movement is like WD-40 for your joints. Our hip, shoulder, knee and elbow joints are called synovial joints; they contain fluid that helps nourish the cartilage by preventing wear while the joint is ...

That twinge in your knee before rain isn’t just in your head — your joints are responding to atmospheric changes in fascinating ways. For generations, people have claimed they could “feel” approaching ...

As we move past 40, stiffness, joint discomfort, and reduced flexibility can slowly creep in, especially if movement has been ...

Total body PET/CT scans can successfully visualize systemic joint involvement in patients with autoimmune arthritis, according to new first-in-human research published in the October issue of The ...

Doctors explain how small daily habits like prolonged sitting, phone use, footwear and poor posture gradually reshape the ...

Research has not proven that vitamins treat hypermobile joints. However, some vitamins and minerals may be beneficial for certain symptoms or help prevent conditions that can occur alongside it. Joint ...

If you notice your knees, hips, or hands aching more once the cold weather sets in, you’re not alone. Many people deal with stiffer, sorer joints in the colder months. There’s no single explanation, ...

Orthopedists share their best tips. By Jancee Dunn When I was younger, I used to spring out of bed. Now, it’s more like a slow heave — my knees and hips protesting as I release a middle-aged groan.