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Osteoporosis Basics: Overview, Symptoms, and Causes

WebOsteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become weak and brittle. This increases your risk of broken bones (fractures). Osteoporosis is a “silent” disease …

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Back Pain Basics: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take

WebSlowly increase physical activity as you can. Get physical therapy to help strengthen the muscles that support the back. Move your body the right way when going …

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Osteoporosis Causes & Symptoms NIAMS

WebOsteoporosis is a bone disease that develops when bone mineral density and bone mass decreases, or when the quality or structure of bone changes. This can …

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Osteoporosis Basics: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take

WebUse a rubber bathmat or slip-proof seat in the shower or tub. Keep your home well lit, and use a nightlight. Use a sturdy stepstool with a handrail and wide steps. …

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Annual Health Observances NIAMS

WebBone and Joint Health National Action Week is an opportunity to learn about conditions that affect the bones and joints and to share resources and information with …

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NIAMS Update — May 22, 2014 NIAMS Archives

WebInternational Team Identifies Biomarker for Scleroderma. A higher level of a small signaling molecule correlates with a more severe form of scleroderma, a chronic …

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Healthy Muscles Matter: Ways to Care for the Muscular System

WebThe muscles of your mouth and throat even help you talk! Keeping your muscles healthy will help you to be able to walk, run, jump, lift things, play sports, and …

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Psoriasis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take

WebBathe in lukewarm water and use mild soap that has added oils. After bathing, apply heavy moisturizers while your skin is still damp. Maintain a healthy …

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Addressing Health Disparities and Moving Towards Health Equity

WebUnderstanding the root causes of health disparities and addressing them directly is an ongoing and evolving process. NIAMS is dedicated to supporting the …

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Bone Health and Osteoporosis: What It Means to You NIAMS

WebWith good habits and medical attention when needed, we can have strong bones throughout our lives. People who have weak bones are at higher risk for fractures. You can improve …

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Bone Health and Osteoporosis NIAMS

WebOsteoporosis in Men. Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Bone Health. This content was created by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases …

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Psoriasis Types, Symptoms & Causes NIAMS

WebSymptoms of psoriasis vary from person to person, but some common ones are: Patches of thick, red skin with silvery-white scales that itch or burn, typically on the …

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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus) Basics

WebChange over time. Some symptoms happen when the disease causes inflammation in organs. Symptoms of lupus can include: Arthritis, causing painful and …

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Common Causes of Back Pain

WebKidney stones or infections. Endometriosis, which is the buildup of uterine tissue in places outside the uterus. Infections that involve the bones of the spine or the …

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Basics: Overview, Symptoms, and Causes

WebRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that mostly causes pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function in joints. RA may cause you to feel …

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Calcium and Vitamin D: Important for Bone Health NIAMS

WebVitamin D promotes bone health in these ways: Helps absorb the calcium we get from food. Along with calcium, helps protects older adults from osteoporosis. Promotes healthy …

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Bone Health NIAMS

WebOther Bone Health Conditions and Diseases. Some conditions and diseases affect the bones. The causes vary, from trauma to genetics to other diseases and …

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Jordan Hicks, B.S. About NIAMS NIAMS

WebContact Information. 301-402-6776. 10 Center Drive. Building 10, Room 13C217301-402-6776. Bethesda MD 20892. [email protected].

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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus): Diagnosis, Treatment, and …

WebPerforming a complete physical exam. Taking samples of blood for laboratory tests, such as: Antinuclear antibodies (ANA), a sensitive test for lupus. Almost all people …

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