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Saturday, October, 11, 2008

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Grant Cooper
posted 10/01/2008, comments (0)

My shoulder hurts...is it osteoarthritis?

My shoulder hurts...is it osteoarthritis?   Osteoarthritis is a very common problem. Most people know someone who is dealing with arthritis of at least one joint. Spine, hips, knees, and hands are the most common places for osteoarthritis to cause symptoms. However, any joint can be affected and a common question I hear when a patient... Read moreChevron
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Grant Cooper
posted 09/22/2008, comment (1)

Does Sen. John McCain have shoulder osteoarthritis?

Does John McCain have shoulder osteoarthritis? Is that why he has trouble elevating his arms above his head?   Whatever your political views may be, hopefully we can all agree that we owe a profound debt of gratitude to Sen. John McCain for his honorable service during the Vietnam War. I do not provide medical care for Sen. McCain and I do... Read moreChevron
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Grant Cooper
posted 08/04/2008, comments (0)

How to Find And Select an Arthritis Doctor

How do I find the right doctor for me?   This is a very important question. If you're living in a rural community with only one family practice doctor, then the answer is easy. Go to him or her first! But, if you are in a city, town, suburb, or rural area with a variety of doctors to choose from, how do you find the one that is best for... Read moreChevron
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Michael Makover

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Rheumatologist and Medical School Professor
posted 07/23/2008, comment (1)

Introducing Dr. Michael Makover

Your hip aches, your knees feel stiff and your fingers are becoming bent at the ends. You think, "I'm getting old and my joints are wearing out." Well, not really. Actually, you probably have a disease called osteoarthritis. It is not just "wear and tear," as old myths would have it and it is not just an effect of aging. Because it is a... Read moreChevron
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Grant Cooper
posted 06/27/2008, comment (1)

Should You Take "Green Lipped Mussel Extract" For Osteoarthritis Pain Relief?

What are Green Lipped Mussel Extract supplements, and should I be taking them for my osteoarthritis?   New Zealand is a beautiful country.  My family lived there when I was 2 years old.  Although I don't remember it well, I was left with many memorable pictures of its people and landscapes. Perhaps because my family has fond... Read moreChevron

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