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One Short, Brisk Walk a Day May Keep Arthritis at Bay

Less than 10 minutes a day of brisk walking can help prevent disability in people with arthritis pain in their knee, hip, ankle or foot, researchers report.

Source: Health Day

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One Short, Brisk Walk a Day May Keep Arthritis at Bay

Less than 10 minutes a day of brisk walking can help prevent disability in people with arthritis pain in their knee, hip, ankle or foot, researchers report.

Source: HealthDay News

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How to Tell If You Have Flat Feet and Fallen Arches

Most people with flat feet don't experience serious problems related to their condition. Unfortunately, for some, it can cause disabling foot pain.

Source: Verywell Health

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Finding the Right Athletic Shoe

While it will do some damage to your bank account, you need a sport-specific pair of shoes for any activity you do more than three times a week. Otherwise you risk injury and may hamper your performance.

Source: Health Day

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Inflammatory back pain resolves in many patients

Inflammatory back pain (IBP) often resolves, while in 30 percent of patients it progresses to spondyloarthritis (SpA) within 10 years, according to a study published in a recent issue of Arthritis & Rheumatology.

Source: Medical Xpress

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What is the best thing for stiff joints?

Many people experience stiff joints as they age. Others may experience joint stiffness due to medical conditions and lifestyle choices. Sometimes, people can treat stiff joints at home.

Source: Medical News Today

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What a pain: The iPad neck plagues women more

Gender and posture -- not screen time -- are biggest factors behind developing 'iPad neck' and shoulder pain, new study finds.

Source: Science Daily

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