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Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

by David Bradley,InderscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainA novel smartwatch system clocks your activity more precisely and could offer you a better perspective on your activity levels than simply c

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis detection using a smartwatch

by David Bradley,InderscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainA novel smartwatch system clocks your activity more precisely and could offer you a better perspective on your activity levels than simply c
Daily active commuting may lower inflammation levels

Daily active commuting may lower inflammation levels

by University of Eastern FinlandCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study, conducted by the University of Eastern Finland, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, and the Finnish Institu

Daily active commuting may lower inflammation levels

by University of Eastern FinlandCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study, conducted by the University of Eastern Finland, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, and the Finnish Institu
Steroid injections worsen knee arthritis, according to two new studies

Steroid injections worsen knee arthritis, according to two new studies

by Radiological Society of North AmericaKnee joint of a patient showing (A) severe cartilage defects and (B) intact knee joint. Credit: RSNA and Upasana Upadhyay Bharadwaj, M.D.Two studies compar

Steroid injections worsen knee arthritis, according to two new studies

by Radiological Society of North AmericaKnee joint of a patient showing (A) severe cartilage defects and (B) intact knee joint. Credit: RSNA and Upasana Upadhyay Bharadwaj, M.D.Two studies compar
Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Arthritis): Symptoms and Treatment

Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Arthritis): Symptoms and Treatment

Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Arthritis): Symptoms and TreatmentEarly Treatment Can Help ImmenselyByCarol EusticeUpdated on September 28, 2023Medically reviewed byAnita C. Chand

Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Arthritis): Symptoms and Treatment

Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Arthritis): Symptoms and TreatmentEarly Treatment Can Help ImmenselyByCarol EusticeUpdated on September 28, 2023Medically reviewed byAnita C. Chand
Study compares traditional versus dynamic chairs during prolonged seated work

Study compares traditional versus dynamic chairs during prolonged seated work

byUniversity of WaterlooA traditional office chair (left) and a "dynamic" chair. Credit: University of WaterlooThose trying to alleviate back pain after long hours of sitting at work m

Study compares traditional versus dynamic chairs during prolonged seated work

byUniversity of WaterlooA traditional office chair (left) and a "dynamic" chair. Credit: University of WaterlooThose trying to alleviate back pain after long hours of sitting at work m
New research shows how long, hard and often you need to stretch to improve your flexibility

New research shows how long, hard and often you need to stretch to improve your flexibility

by Lewis Ingram, Grant R. Tomkinson and Hunter Bennett,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCan you reach down and touch your toes without bending your knees? Can you reach both arms

New research shows how long, hard and often you need to stretch to improve your flexibility

by Lewis Ingram, Grant R. Tomkinson and Hunter Bennett,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainCan you reach down and touch your toes without bending your knees? Can you reach both arms
Walking or running: For the same distance, which consumes more energy?

Walking or running: For the same distance, which consumes more energy?

by Clément Lemineur, Clément Naveilhan and François Dernoncourt,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIt's Monday morning, the alarm goes off and it's already 7:30 a.m.—and yo

Walking or running: For the same distance, which consumes more energy?

by Clément Lemineur, Clément Naveilhan and François Dernoncourt,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIt's Monday morning, the alarm goes off and it's already 7:30 a.m.—and yo
Elite sports linked with osteoarthritis risk

Elite sports linked with osteoarthritis risk

by University of EdinburghOA prevalence (with 95%CI) by body joint/region for Olympians and general population controls. OA, osteoarthritis. Credit:British Journal of Sports Medicine(

Elite sports linked with osteoarthritis risk

by University of EdinburghOA prevalence (with 95%CI) by body joint/region for Olympians and general population controls. OA, osteoarthritis. Credit:British Journal of Sports Medicine(
Strenuous exercise safe for people at high risk of knee arthritis

Strenuous exercise safe for people at high risk of knee arthritis

by Northwestern UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople at high risk for knee osteoarthritis (OA) may be nervous and reluctant to participate in strenuous physical activities such as jogging, c

Strenuous exercise safe for people at high risk of knee arthritis

by Northwestern UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople at high risk for knee osteoarthritis (OA) may be nervous and reluctant to participate in strenuous physical activities such as jogging, c
Discovery unravels the mystery of a rare bone disease

Discovery unravels the mystery of a rare bone disease

byMcGill UniversityClinical description of affected individuals from Family 1 and 2. a Pedigrees of the two affected families. Black symbols represent affected individuals. b Photographs of the

Discovery unravels the mystery of a rare bone disease

byMcGill UniversityClinical description of affected individuals from Family 1 and 2. a Pedigrees of the two affected families. Black symbols represent affected individuals. b Photographs of the