Tag Archives: osteoarthritis

Rehabilitating knees

Buchanan Lab uses engineering science to improve rehabilitation

A tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in a knee isn’t just painful in the moment — the injury also increases a patient’s risk of developing osteoarthritis later. (more…)

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Smart hydrogels

UD-developed smart gels deliver medicine on demand

Researchers at the University of Delaware have developed a “smart” hydrogel that can deliver medicine on demand, in response to mechanical force.

Over the past few decades, smart hydrogels have been created that respond to pH, temperature, DNA, light and other stimuli. (more…)

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New Biomarker Test Predicts Arthritis at Much Earlier Stage, MU Researchers Say

Early detection system would allow better treatment options

COLUMBIA, Mo. ­— More than 27 million adults currently suffer from osteoarthritis, which is the most common form of arthritis. In the past, doctors have been unable to diagnose patients with arthritis until they begin to show symptoms, which include joint pain and stiffness. (more…)

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