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Falling global rates of fracture 'may be linked to rise in obesity'

15 April 2013

A study suggests that high levels of abdominal fat may have a protective effect on the bones, although only in women.

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Some back pain patients may benefit from bone marrow grafts

12 April 2013

Scientists believe bone marrow grafts may help to treat some patients with degenerative disc disease.

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Anti-TNF therapy linked to increased risk of melanoma skin cancer

12 April 2013

A study suggests that some people who use anti-TNF therapy may face an increased risk of melanoma skin cancer.

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Spinal fusion 'effective' as treatment for degenerative disc disease

11 April 2013

A review of previous studies suggests that spinal fusion is a viable treatment option for people with spinal disc disease.

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Gene tests may predict effectiveness of scleroderma drug

11 April 2013

A particular pattern of gene expression in the skin appears to be associated with a positive response to treatment with the scleroderma drug MMF.

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Drug-free treatment may ease osteoarthritis pain

10 April 2013

A topical treatment called Flexiseq could provide a drug-free approach to relieving osteoarthritis pain.

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Review highlights need for more research on osteopathic treatment of low back pain

10 April 2013

A review of osteopathic interventions for chronic low back pain has failed to draw adequate conclusions due to a lack of rigorous clinical trials.

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People with knee osteoarthritis may benefit from 'mobility shoes'

10 April 2013

Shoes that mimic walking barefoot could help to reduce the load on people's knees, US scientists say.

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Scientists uncover role of gene fault in gout

09 April 2013

Research has shown how a faulty gene influences the development of gout.

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Reflexology 'may reduce feelings of pain'

09 April 2013

A small new study suggests that reflexology may be a useful complementary therapy for people with painful conditions.

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