Scientists have developed a new injection, which when injected once every two weeks into the body, can ease the crippling symptoms of arthritis.
During the year-long trial on 1,200 patients with rheumatoid arthritis, researchers found that it successfully helped improve their condition by up to 20 percent, the Daily Express reported.
Diet, Nutrition and Supplements for Osteo-Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis patients should consume a diet rich in natural antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients and avoid foods like sugar, saturated fats, and trans fatty acids.
Advertisement
According to Tanya Momtahen, irreversible joint damage can be a consequence for patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis and this is accompanied by reduced physical function.
The new drug works by targeting a protein called IL-6 which is responsible for causing painful inflammation.
Source: ANI
Source: ANI
Quiz on Arthritis
Do you know that there are more than 100 types of arthritis? If you think that only old people suffer from arthritis, take this intriguing quiz to get your facts on arthritis.
Advertisement
 Potential Therapy for Certain Cancers, Rheumatoid Arthritis Could Happen With Help Of Common MoleculeA new study finds that , a molecule that helps cells stick together is significantly over-produced in two very different diseases — rheumatoid arthritis and a variety of cancers. | Advertisement
|
Specific Inhibitor for Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Discovered
A new inflammatory stress mechanism and specific inhibitor for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis have been identified by researchers.
Advertisement
Recommended Reading
Latest Research News
Link between advanced paternal age and higher risks for reproductive and offspring medical problems has been discovered.
Can gene astrology predict disease risk? Yes, your genes can determine your future health and disease risk.
Injury to the white matter explains why football players are at an increased risk for cognitive and behavioral problems later in life.
Located at the South Col, the rocky area between Mount Everest and Lhotse serves as the final campsite for climbers as well as a frozen legacy of hardy microbes.
The new finding is found to be valuable for screening specific medications and treatment against Giardia and other protozoan parasites.