Overcoming Hip Pain to Serve Our Community
Laura Krieg, 54, walks steadily across the lawn of the historic Noblesville courthouse. It’s a beautiful day—and until recently—a walk this long would have caused her excruciating pain. Laura is a deputy with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and has served at the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center since 2004. While on the job, […]
At-home Remedies for Wintertime Aches and Pains
By John Ward, MD People who live with arthritis and chronic pain may be familiar with the aches and pains that come with cold weather. If you’ve ever searched the internet for pain remedies, you know there’s no shortage of advice and opinions about how to deal with this problem. But which at-home remedies actually […]
Exercise and Arthritis
Research shows exercise is a great tool for managing arthritis and most joint-related pain. Regular, moderate exercise offers a host of benefits including, but not limited to: Reduction in joint pain and stiffness by strengthening the muscles supporting the joint. Increased endurance and flexibility of the joint. Decreased inflammation from arthritis. A regular fitness routine […]
4 Facts About Osteoarthritis
Arthritis of the joints affects the lives of millions of people and living with joint pain can decrease the quality of your day-to-day life. According to the Arthritis Foundation, about 27 million people in the United States have osteoarthritis, which is the most common of the three types of arthritis. Also read: Treatment Options for […]
Class Spotlight: Arthritis Aquatics
The Arthritis Aquatics class at Riverview Health Rehab & Fitness is a gentle, flowing form of warm-water exercise that helps relieve pain and stiffness while improving joint flexibility. Water-based exercise is a great way to move your muscles and joints without worsening your symptoms of arthritis. Participating in physical activity in the water significantly decreases […]
Managing Bone and Joint Health
In recognition of Bone and Joint Health National Awareness Week, Riverview Hospital is highlighting steps you can take to prevent and treat bone and joint problems, such as back pain, arthritis, traumatic injuries and osteoporosis. To better understand these conditions, consider these facts from the US Bone and Joint Health Initiative: Nearly half of Americans […]