Daily Column
Where is the pain coming from?
May 18, 2013 By Dr. Gott
Q: I do not suffer from arthritis during the day per se but at night I cannot sleep on my side because my hips ache so much. I have been taking the apple pectin for three to four months now that has helped the pain in my back. Is there anything else I can do? A: Because our Monthly Awareness issue on www.AskDrGottMD.com for May discusses arthritis, I will not cover it extensively but will touch on it because you mention the condition. As you can read, there are more than 100 different forms of the disorder. Osteoarthritis can affect the spine and may place pressure on nerves that, in turn, cause a numb feeling or weakness of the arms and legs. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes not only joint inflammation but fatigue, pain and stiffness – … [Read More...]
Monthly Awareness
May Monthly Awareness – Arthritis
May 10, 2013 By Dr. Gott
Arthritis affects more than 46 million Americans, a figure that may rise to an astonishing 67 million or more people by the year 2030. While there are more than 100 types of arthritis, the two most common forms are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA), described as inflammation of one or more joints in the body. The many types have several common characteristics such as symptoms of pain and stiffness that may be relieved with over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen. Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, comes on slowly from normal wear and tear as an individual ages, or may occur more rapidly because of injury or infection. Healthy cartilage is smooth, flexible, and allows for easy movement of joints; however, when OA begins, the surface of that … [Read More...]
