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St. Louis Arthritis Walk
April 23, 2008
On Friday, May 16th, the Arthritis Foundation will host the St. Louis Arthritis Walk in Forest Park to raise money for arthritis research and education. Participants can choose to walk in either a 5K or one mile route.
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Live Like Your Life Depends on It!
March 19, 2008
For millions of Americans living with a chronic condition like arthritis, pain, fatigue, and joint stiffness are often part of daily life. But in just six weeks, you can learn to reduce these symptoms and improve your every day life.
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Kids Get Arthritis, Too
March 05, 2008
Most people think arthritis only affects the elderly but in the United States almost 300,000 children have some form of the disease. In St. Louis on March 14th, the first annual Kids Get Arthritis, Too Trivia Night will raise money to support the special needs of children coping with arthritis in Missouri.
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Cabin Fever in St. Louis
January 23, 2008
While most kids are outside enjoying an exciting snowfall, for kids with arthritis, those cold temperatures can make their joints more painful, it can also leave them out of this outdoor fun. But the 18th Annual Cabin Fever Weekend, hosted by the Eastern Missouri Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, will give children with arthritis and their families a great opportunity to revel in warm, fiesta fun February 9 and 10 at the Holiday Inn West Airport in Earth City, Missouri.
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Easy Gift Ideas Under $20
December 19, 2007
The holidays are just right around the corner. If you have someone with arthritis left on your list - here are a few great buys under $20.00 to make that special someone's life a little easier.
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Surviving Holiday Stress
December 5, 2007
The holiday season is tricky for most people to survive - shopping, traveling, cooking - it all takes its toll on the body. But for people with arthritis, the hustle and bustle of the holiday season can cause fatigue and stress, making them feel worse.
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MARRTC Investigator Wins
Lifetime Achievement Award
November 28, 2007
Researcher Marian Minor, P.T., Ph.D., from the Missouri Arthritis Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (MARRTC), received the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals (ARHP), the highest honor bestowed by the organization. The award was presented this month during a ceremony in Boston, at the annual scientific meeting of the American College of Rheumatology.
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Myth Buster: Yoga and Arthritis
November 14, 2007
For those with limited flexibility from arthritis, yoga may be the last form of exercise you would consider. But don't let your misperceptions fool you. Even if you have arthritis, yoga can be a great way to not only improve your fitness, but also the way you feel.
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MARRTC Researchers Present at National Conference
November 7, 2007
Researchers from the Missouri Arthritis Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (MARRTC) have been invited to speak at the annual scientific meeting of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the Association of Rheumatology Health Professionals (ARHP), November 6 - 11 in Boston.
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Challenges of Arthritis in the Workplace
October 31, 2007
Working to make ends meet isn't always possible for the 46 million Americans living with arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 3 working adults diagnosed with arthritis between the ages 18 and 64 face work limitations. This means that arthritis can have an impact on either the type or amount of work they do, or it may even affect their ability to work.
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Physical Therapy:
Getting the Most from Life
October 24, 2007
Physical therapy can make a huge difference in the way a person with arthritis lives their life. For some, getting physical and staying more active may be a better way to manage pain. October is Physical Therapy month and the School of Health Professions at the University of Missouri-Columbia (MU) has special activities for professionals, students and future students highlighting this dynamic and growing area of healthcare.
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Understanding Lupus
October 17, 2007
Lupus can be a confusing disease. Some people simply have a rash, while others may face organ failure. How can one disease vary so much? October is National Lupus Awareness month and a good time to better understand this chronic autoimmune disease that affects more than 1.5 million Americans.
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Gardening with Arthritis:
Getting Off the Ground
October 10, 2007
Gardening can be a great way for people with arthritis to maintain flexibility and range of motion. But if arthritis pain is getting in the way of growing those vibrant flowers or fresh fruits and vegetables, take a few steps this fall to make it easier and less painful to tend your garden next year.
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Positively Beating the Blues
October 3, 2007
Anyone can feel blue. Sadness is a normal part of every day life. However, when sadness interferes with work, eating, sleeping, and normal life - it becomes depression. If you're living with a chronic disease like arthritis, you may experience depression. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 18% of people with arthritis are depressed.
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Senior Fall Prevention
September 26, 2007
For those over the age of 65, a fall can permanently alter their lives--or even be fatal. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury and death for people 65 years of age and older. In fact, one out of four people with a fall-related hip fracture die within one year.
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Mid-Missourians Learn Healthier Living
September 19, 2007
Trying to find a healthy balance between family, work and other responsibilities is often difficult, but add a chronic disease and life could really become complicated! The University of Missouri-Columbia Department of Family and Community Medicine and the Central Missouri Regional Arthritis Center will offer a six-week group workshop beginning on Thursday, September 20 to help people find that healthy balance.
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Arthritis Drugs Made Simple
September 12, 2007
Whether it's deciding which over-the-counter pain reliever is best or understanding a prescription, knowledge about all the medications you take is important. The Missouri Arthritis Rehabilitation Research and Training Center has some simple explanations of common medication prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis.
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Aching for a Quick Fix
September 5, 2007
From major flare-ups to daily joint aches, pain is the worst part of having arthritis. You've probably seen a miracle cure for arthritis advertised and maybe even bought a product in hopes that it would relieve some of your chronic pain.
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Juvenile Arthritis and School:
Getting There is Half the Battle
August 29, 2007
Getting a child off to school in the morning can be a daunting process for parents. But if you have a child with juvenile arthritis (JA), that process can be more difficult when your child starts their day with stiffness, pain, fatigue and swelling.
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Juvenile Arthritis and School:
Working Better, Not Harder
August 22, 2007
At the end of a school day, the typical student may feel both body and mind are exhausted. But for over 285,000 children and teens, juvenile arthritis steals that youthful energy and ability to cope with the rigors of a school day.
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Juvenile Arthritis and School:
Start the New Year Right
August 15, 2007
For nearly 285,000 American children with juvenile arthritis (JA), beginning a new school year presents not only academic challenges, but physical ones, too. While symptoms of JA typically include pain, fatigue, stiffness and swelling, the disease affects every child in a different way. In many cases it can even affect school performance.
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Laws to Protect Your
Child with a Disability
August 8, 2007
School is a necessity for children - a place to learn and meet new friends. But if your child has a disability, school might be more of a challenge. Communicating with your child's teachers and administrators is imperative to ensure your child has the educational tools needed for success.
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Finding Benefits for
Children with Juvenile Arthritis
August 1, 2007
Every parent wants a healthy life for their child. But, that's not always the case. Hearing the word "arthritis" in a diagnosis for your child can be unexpected and confusing.
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Avoiding High School Sports Injury
July 25, 2007
For seven million high school athletes, a new school year means a new season. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), two million of these athletes will not only face an opponent, but also a sports-related injury. And if a sports-related injury involves the knee, years later it could come back to haunt them as knee osteoarthritis. The Arthritis Foundation says that just one knee injury can increase the risk of knee osteoarthritis in adulthood by five times.
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Opening the Doctor-Patient Lines of Communication
July 11, 2007
Communication is key to many things. This holds especially true for people with a chronic disease and their doctors. The Arthritis Foundation says that people with rheumatoid arthritis do better when they have good communication with their doctors.
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Getting a Grip on Arthritis
June 27, 2007
Avoiding Tick Bites
June 20, 2007
Get In the Know: Scleroderma Awarenesss
June 13, 2007
How to Make the Easy Choice
June 6, 2007
Migrant Farmworkers and Arthritis
May 30, 2007
Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound
May 23, 2007
Fibromyalgia 101
May 16, 2007
Working Smarter Pays Off for People with Arthritis
May 9, 2007
Does Your Job Overwork Your Body?
May 2, 2007
Finding Your Perfect Sole Mate
Apr. 25, 2007
Save Your Soles: Arthritis and Your Feet
Apr. 18, 2007
Don't Let Foot Pain Walk All Over You
Apr. 11, 2007
Snooze Your Way to Better Health
Apr. 4, 2007
A New "Leash" on Exercise
Mar. 28, 2007
Fast Foods Good for Teens
Mar. 21, 2007
Drink Up: Women Need More Milk
Mar. 14, 2007
Stretching for Relief
Mar. 7, 2007
Use Your Head to Cope with Arthritis Pain
Feb. 28, 2007
Beating Winter Weather Stiffness
Feb. 21, 2007
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