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Part 6: The Anti-Inflammatory Blueprint for Happy, Long-Lasting Joints
acupuncture for joint pain
anti-inflammatory lifestyle
arthritis and diet
avoiding joint surgery
avoiding knee surgery
body as a palace
dairy and inflammation
functional mobility
gait retraining
holistic joint health
joint preservation
osteoarthritis prevention
real talk on arthritis
rehab after knee replacement
rolfing and postural therapy
strength training for knees
Jul 25, 2025
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Let’s say it clearly: Arthritis is inflammation.
It’s not a punishment for aging. It’s not “wear and tear.” And it’s certainly not your destiny.
And here’s something even more important:
That “b...
Part 2: Understanding the Knee Joint: Why It Breaks Down (and Why Surgery Can’t Fully Replace It)
acupuncture for knee pain
avoiding joint surgery
healthy knee movement
joint preservation
knee joint mechanics
knee replacement limitations
knee wear and tear
medial knee pain
natural knee function
understanding knee replacements
Jun 27, 2025
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We tend to think of joints like car parts—wear them down, swap them out, good as new, right? But your knee is not a bolt-on piece of equipment. It’s a living, moving, deeply complex structure, and o...
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