I found something that changed my life, literally. The results have been wonderful. Before..... I had chronic fatigue, massive osteo arthritis in all of my joints, degenerative disk disease, and multiple herniated disks in my neck area. I could sleep 8 hours,and still would wake up exhausted, and my head in a fog. Along with many other issues we all live with, I was desperate, the pain and discomfort was constant, even though I was on an anti-inflammatory and pain medication for over 8 years,...

Hello, I would like to contact the moderator, but I can't seem to find that person's name and e-mail here. Thanks, Aaron Wolfe aaron.wolfe@arthritis-research.org National Databank for Rheumatic Diseases www.arthritis-research.org / ndb.blogspot.com

Hi, I realise that this is not major news for many people but in Australia, Rmicade has now been introduced to the pharmaceuticals benefit list along with Enbrel. So the way it works in "down under" in that drugs that are obviously useful to the population need, to be approved under the pharmaceuticals list, which attract Government subsidy. Remicade as with Enbrel would normally cost around $20,000 per annum, however under the Australian scheme it is only going to cost users around $300 per...

I am going to cross some passes by car about 9000 to 12000 feet high. Anyone any experiences ?

While looking for information on Glucosamine Chondroitin (G-C), I did many searches for information related to problems with Sulfa(*) allergies. But, I found a lot of contradictory information on whether G-C could cause problems for people with this allergy. Some sites said "Maybe", others said "Yes, it does cause problems". But, most said "No, it cannot" (coincidentally, many of those sites that said NO were also selling Glucosamine Chondroitin). So, I thought I would post my real-world...

Hi Just wondering if anybody has had a hip operation and then had trouble bathing - my concerns is how on earth does one get in the bath - I have a shower but that's also over the bath. social services came last year to help with equipment (that in January 03 ) nothing seems to have been said about the bath - my wife said let the experts do this (As I was going to build a contraption cover this bathing predicament) Bill

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Hi to all, I'm doing a Free Talk this Saturday: New Year, New You about using essential oils and natural methods to de-toxify your system. Everyone is welcome, free handouts given detailing a two week plan.

Hi everybody, Very often when I walk in the drug store, I check the glucosamin products. Before it used to come only with Chondroitin. Now the manufacturers have came out with Boswellia and MSM. Would somebody know the difference between chondroitin, Boswellia and MSM. The websites I consulted are contradicting one another. Also, are there any side effects? I'm on medication for psoriatic arthritis

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X-No-Archive: yes I have problems with my ligaments - the ligaments in my arms and legs are weak and it appears that they are not elasticated (due to the weakness). The pain is minimal but its uncomforatble. I was diagnosed with having U.Colitis a 3 years ago and am taking Azaphioprine and Ascol. I think I have a spondyloarthropathy due to this disease.

Control gouty arthritis with food & exercise By Dr. B. S. Aggarwal The Tribune Wednesday, December 31, 2003 The incidence of gout is rising as there is a change in the eating habits of people. One possible reason is the consumption of preserved and stored food. Instead of fresh home food, people like to indulge in careless

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Have you seen this? http://www.arthritiscurerecipe.com Has anyone tried this - I'm wondering if it works.

Hello all I've just received some blood test results in which the doctor tells me the test used to look at bone ? was raised. Teh test was repeated and the same result received. The doctor now tells me she is making an appointment for me to see a rheumatologist. There was no chance for me to question her in any depth as she gave me the results over the telephone earlier today and was in too much hurry to discuss things. I feel completely at sea about this and have no idea what she is...

Hi, My dad has ostheoarthritis and he was wondering if anyone has purchased the thermoskin gloves and what they thought of them. Do they help, do they keep your hands warm in the winter time. Any feedback is appreciated. Thanks

http://tinyurl.com/392oq New Pain Therapy Reverses Glial Activation By medinews.com staff writers Posted on 17 December 2003 Researchers believe that delivering the gene for interleukin-10 (IL-10) to the affected region may reverse glial activation and relieve chronic pain. Their findings from a number of studies showing proof of principle were presented at

Hello All: Either lemon or lime prevents Scurvey or Vitamin C deficient. Which one is it, Lemon or Lime? How should it be taken? Should it be taken as Juice or with Pulp? Thanks.

One of my friend's white blood cell count drops to a extreme low level around 2.0 level. Is there any good way or medicine to get white blood cell count boosted? Any medicine is highly recommended? Your help will be greatly appreciated