A recent study has shown that a happy marriage can actually lead to reduced pain in rheumatoid arthritis patients, The Daily Mail reports. These new findings complement previous research that indicated that the condition progressed slower in those who have a significant other.

Researchers from Stanford University School of Medicine recently discovered a biomarker that may enable doctors to diagnose a common form of knee injury.

Women who consume plenty of garlic, onions and leeks may have lower levels of hip osteoarthritis, according to a new study conducted by researchers at King’s College London and the University of East Anglia.

While some have previously that being overweight actually protects against osteoporosis, HealthDay News reports that this may not be the case. In fact, fat deposits located between the organs in the abdominal cavity may be responsible for the disease.

Healthcare experts say taking some precautions to protect the knees may help younger individuals avoid debilitating problems such as arthritis or knee replacement surgery when they’re older. "If you have knee pain that has lasted more than two weeks, you need to see a doctor because there might be something mechanically wrong with the knee," said orthopedic surgeon William Bryan, M.D.

While many may think only of the vitamin C benefits from drinking orange juice, a new study has shown that the high sugar content of this beverage may actually lead to an increased risk of gout, which is a form of arthritis, according to CNN.

An analysis of National Health Interview Survey data collected from 2007 to 2009 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that over one-third of adults suffer from arthritis, and the organization predicts that this problem will get significantly worse in the next two decades.

Healthcare experts with the American College of Rheumatology say individuals with arthritis who exercise have less pain, more energy, improved sleep and better day-to-day function, compared to those who don’t incorporate physical activity into their lifestyle. Aerobic exercise such as walking, aerobic dance, aquatic exercise, bicycling or exercising on stationary bikes, treadmills or elliptical trainers improves heart, lung and muscle function.

A new review suggests middle-aged individuals with osteoarthritis of the knee should consider several different treatment options in order to remain active. "There is an increasing trend in the United States of people who want to stay active in sports and recreational activities after the age of 40," said lead author Brian Feeley, M.D. "These patients are not content with being told to stop what they love doing."

Research suggests that staying active can help individuals suffering from knee or hip osteoarthritis (OA) reduce pain and improve their physical function.