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Health - November 21, 2009
Type of flooring, greater heights increase potential for trauma, study finds
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High-Impact Activity May Be Good for Old Bones
Health - November 14, 2009
Sampling of senior athletes finds better density with some sports
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Hip Fracture Odds Rise With Women's Age
Health - November 13, 2009
Menopause also plays a role, but a lesser one than age, study finds
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Rx for Fall Foot Injuries
Health - November 8, 2009
Ignoring pain now can take you out of the game later, doctors say
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Cell Phone May Reduce Bone Density in Hips
Health - October 26, 2009
Keep mobile phones as far as possible from body, research suggests
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Light Touch Helps Grip of MS Patients
Health - October 23, 2009
Study shows ways to optimize hand movements
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Cancer Drug May Help Scleroderma
Health - October 20, 2009
Gleevec improved skin and lung function in patient study
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Exercise Boosts Bone Density in Breast-Feeding Moms
Health - October 8, 2009
Lactation depletes calcium stores, but working out can minimize risks, research shows
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Long-Term Back Pain Not Inevitable, Study Finds
Health - October 7, 2009
Chances of recovering from chronic discomfort are better than previously thought, research shows
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Those Stilettos Can Hurt You Years From Now
Health - September 29, 2009
Damage from sandals, slippers and high heels contributes to aching feet later on, researchers say
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Type 2 Diabetes Drug May Increase Fracture Risk
Health - September 28, 2009
Study adds to evidence of possible link between thiazolidinediones and bone fractures, researchers say
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Autumn Chores Often Hazardous
Health - September 27, 2009
Take precautions to avoid falls, strains and sprains, experts say
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Surgery Best for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Health - September 24, 2009
Operation has modest advantage over non-surgical therapies, researchers say
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Best Option for Fractured Nose Varies by Patient
Health - September 21, 2009
Good results seen with both open surgery and minimally invasive techniques, study finds
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School Sports May Spell Trouble for Ankles
Health - September 19, 2009
Because children's bones are still developing, injuries require special care, doctors say
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Bones May Suffer From Green Tea Consumption
Health - September 17, 2009
Research on mice reveals loss of density and thickness
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Let Orthopedic Surgery Wait Until Morning When Possible
Health - September 7, 2009
More minor complications seen with 'after-hours' procedures, study finds
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Kickoff, Punting Take a Toll
Health - September 6, 2009
In high school football, most severe injuries occur then, study finds
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Health Tip: Who's at Greater Risk of Hip Fracture?
Health - August 26, 2009
Factors that can make you more vulnerable
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Preemie Birth Could Mean Weaker Bones as Adults
Health - August 25, 2009
Small babies at risk for osteoporosis decades later, study finds
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Herb Shows Potential for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Health - August 19, 2009
Study compares ancient remedy to modern drug, but not the most common, experts say
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Ibuprofen Rated Best for Pain of Broken Arms
Health - August 18, 2009
Study finds kids don't do as well when given acetaminophen with codeine
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Sea Worm Inspires Novel Bone Glue
Health - August 17, 2009
In study, water-soluble adhesive shows potential for repairing smashed bones
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Sex Hormone Levels Linked to Fractures in Men
Health - August 14, 2009
Testing for estradiol, testosterone and SHBG could predict those at risk, expert says
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