Stiff knees, aching hips, and the slow grind of chronic joint pain are often accepted as an unavoidable part of getting older ...

Joints often crack due to harmless gas bubbles in fluid or tendons moving over bones. While usually normal, persistent pain, swelling, or stiffness could signal arthritis or injury. Staying active, ...

You’ve been told that exercise is essential for healthy joints. Maybe you dutifully hit the gym a few times a week or take a daily walk to keep your body moving. But what about the other 23 hours of ...

An orthopedist and physical therapist explain why joint health is key to longevity plus how to improve joint health for movements in your everyday life. While working out, your muscles tend to be at ...

Gbolahan Okubadejo, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified spinal and orthopedic surgeon with the Institute for Comprehensive Spine ...

Remember that your finger joints can get hurt if used too much or due to arthritis. If your finger joints hurt or you can't move them, see a healthcare provider to prevent more damage. You can help ...

Moving every hour, even briefly, helps prevent joint stiffness and improves circulation. Just 10 pounds of weight loss can remove up to 40 pounds of pressure from the knees. Low-impact exercises like ...

Stiff or achy joints are often associated with ageing, but you don't need to expect - or put up with - a loss of mobility. By taking care of your joints and paying attention to how you move your body ...

Lifting weights or using resistance bands 2 or more days a week keeps muscles strong and helps protect joints. Learn how to start training and how to gradually increase intensity so you reap benefits ...

A simple, real-life movement that improves lower-body strength, balance, and coordination while being easy on your joints.