Health Tip: Coping With Shoulder Arthritis

(HealthDay News) -- Arthritis of the shoulder occurs when the shoulder joint becomes inflamed, causing pain and stiffness.

Women Who Smoke May Have Higher Risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis

FRIDAY, April 26 (HealthDay News) -- Smokers and former smokers are at increased risk for rheumatoid arthritis, a new study says.

'Mobility Shoes' May Help Those With Arthritic Knees: Study

FRIDAY, April 12 (HealthDay News) -- Special "mobility shoes" might ease the strain on the knees of people with knee arthritis, a small study has found.

Low Testosterone Linked to Later Arthritis in Study

WEDNESDAY, April 3 (HealthDay News) -- Men with low levels of the hormone testosterone may be at greater risk for rheumatoid arthritis, according to a new study.

Lifestyle Might Curb Loss of Height That Comes With Age

WEDNESDAY, April 3 (HealthDay News) -- The lifestyle choices you make as an adult -- not just your health habits as a child -- influence how much height you lose as you age, researchers say.

Cartilage Gives Early Warning of Arthritis, Study Finds

TUESDAY, April 2 (HealthDay News) -- Exercise-related damage in cartilage can help identify people with the earliest stages of osteoarthritis, a new study reveals.

Certain Lifestyle Factors Linked to Arthritis in Study Patients

MONDAY, March 25 (HealthDay News) -- Smoking, obesity and diabetes are all associated with an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis, a new study suggests.

Health Tip: Is Arthritis Affecting Your Hands?

(HealthDay News) -- Arthritis can affect the many small joints in the hands, making daily tasks difficult and painful.

Therapy as Good as Surgery for Some With Torn Knee Cartilage

TUESDAY, March 19 (HealthDay News) -- Physical therapy is comparable to surgery in improving movement and reducing pain for some patients with knee arthritis and torn knee cartilage, new research finds.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Be Costly

FRIDAY, March 15 (HealthDay News) -- Workers with rheumatoid arthritis have higher health care and other costs for U.S. employers than workers without the condition, a new study finds.