Bones and Joints
Ageing
Many people live well into their 80's - and beyond. As the body ages, however, various systems slow down and the risk of disease increases. Even though you ...
Arthritis - Osteoarthritis
Probably the most common age-related disease, osteoarthritis affects the joints of over a million older Australians. Supplements may greatly relieve the pain and stiffness of this disorder and slow ...
Back Care Problems
Because humans defy gravity by standing upright, the spine is often under stress. This often leads to back pain, one of the most common reasons why Australians and New ...
Gout
In the Westerm world, at least one man in a hundred over the age of 40 has gout. Women can develop it, too, mainly after menopause. Sufferers feel ...
Osteoporosis
Resulting in many thousands of bone fractures every year, osteoporosis, which is characterised by a loss of bone density, can be prevented. The earlier in life you begin to address the problem, the better your chances of avoiding broken bones and pain later on.
Shin Splints
Whether you're running after a soccer ball, jogging around the neighborhood park or training for a marathon, you're at risk of running-related injuries. One of the most common running injuries ...
Sprains & Strains
Whether caused by vigorous weekend activity, slipping on wet ground or stepping off a curb the wrong way, strains and sprains can affect anyone. Whatever the reason, it's surprising ...
Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is one of several overuse injuries that can affect your elbow. As you might guess, playing tennis is one cause of tennis elbow — but many ...
