While obesity is often a cause for cardiovascular problems because of fat that accumulates in arteries, researchers say that magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) also demonstrates its ability to wear down cartilage in joints. At Boston University, scientists used MRIs to determine risk factors for osteoarthritis, which can cause increasing joint pain as the connective tissue fails to keep bones from moving properly.

Several all-natural, hands-on therapies have been proven to provide pain relief without prescription or over-the-counter medications, according to an article in the January issue of the Mayo Clinic Women’s HealthSource.

A new study has found that runners who wear typical, modern running shoes do more damage to their hip, knee and ankle joints than running while barefoot or wearing high-heeled shoes.

Exercise may be beneficial for weight loss and maintenance, heart health and preventing many serious health conditions, but too much may end up causing individuals a lot of pain, according to a new study.

Chronic pain – thought by many to be a normal part of aging – may actually be more dangerous than previously regarded, according to new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

It’s a common injury among runners and other athletes, and now researchers say they know exactly what causes the painful and often debilitating condition known as runner’s knee.

It seems man’s best friend can do a lot more than fetch the newspaper and offer unconditional love. Recent research suggests total joint-replacement patients who used pet therapy as part of their recovery required 50 percent less medication than those who did not.

Sending text messages rather than calling on the phone or even emailing seems to be the preferred method of communication for many teens. In fact, statistics show that the average teen gets or sends well over 1,500 text messages a month. But new research suggests texting may lead to some common overuse injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome, bursitis and tendonitis.

Treating arthritis pain may be possible with a relaxing alternative therapy, according to researchers. They say the ancient Chinese martial art known as tai chi may be effective in reducing knee pain in older people with osteoarthritis (OA).

Are you one of the millions of Americans who suffer from some type of chronic joint disorder such as arthritis, gout, lupus or fibromyalgia? Although each type of condition has its own unique characteristics, when it comes to the excruciating symptoms of inflamed joints and muscles… stiff neck… sore back… aching hips… cracking knees… swollen feet… and rigid toes and fingers, most all of them cause PAIN. Now studies are finding that some of these joint conditions may also be connected to other types of painful chronic health problems.