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Rheumatoid Arthritis : Health & Medical
Exercise and Movement for a Natural Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
You would think that when you get arthritis that your movement is limited. To some extent that is true.
Osteoarthritis of the Knee (Degenerative Arthritis of the Knee)
WebMD looks at osteoarthritis of the knee - the most common type of "wear-and-tear" arthritis - from symptoms to diagnosis to treatment.
Making Sense of Lupus Drug Data
Dr. Jonathan Kay interviews Dr. Allan Gibofsky on new pharmacotherapeutic data in lupus. Is it time to reconsider 'primary outcomes'?
Understanding Those With Rheumatoid Arthritis
For individuals with the "hidden disease" Rheumatoid Arthritis, the chronic pain and random flare-ups of the condition can make it difficult to live in a manner that friends, family and employers might interpret as consistent. As a result, those with the condition are often unfairly judged
The Provisional ACR/EULAR Definition of Remission in RA
The patient global assessment criteria of remission in RA has limitations in clinical practice.
Red Meat Diet for Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis in which the patient also has psoriasis, a skin condition that often causes thick, red flaky skin. There have been studies performed to try and link dietary intake of proteins, such as red meat, to the aggravation of the condition, particularly to increased
MagicOpener Is Must-Have Device for People With Arthritis
Many people with arthritis struggle to open water bottles and pop the lid on cans. The MagicOpener makes these simple tasks simple again.
How Water Can Lessen Your Gout Pain
Gout is one of the most painful forms of arthritis and affects the smaller joints in the hands and feet, thus why it's so well known for big toe pain. High levels of uric acid in the body cause the excess acid to crystallize and settle into the small joints causing pain and inflammation. High l
Tips on Running With Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease of the joints characterized by the deterioration of your cartilage. Considered the most common form of arthritis, it often affects a particular joint of the body, such as the knees, hips or spine. If this were to happen to you, it can make athletic pursuits,
Treating Arthritis With a Good Arthritis Supplement
A good arthritis supplement can help alleviate the painful and debilitating symptoms of arthritis. Arthritis is a condition that commonly affects the joints and muscles. The most common symptoms of arthritis are stiff and painful muscles and joints.
Natural Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
If you experience swelling and stiffness in the joints of your hands, wrists, knees and ankles, you may be suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, a progressive inflammatory disease and autoimmune disorder characterized by deterioration of synovium, a protective lining of tissue that acts as a shock ab
High Tibial Osteotomy Procedure
An 'osteotomy' is an operation where a bone is cut and re-positioned. The 'tibia' is the shin bone. In a high tibial osteotomy the bone of the upper tibia is cut and repositioned.
The SymphonyPillow by Tempur-Pedic
The SymphonyPillow by Tempur-Pedic is a find for people with arthritis. Read my review of the only pillow I've found that offers the right mix of support and comfort.
New Therapeutic Hope for Degenerative Disc Disease
Study Suggests Possible Role of Embryonic Cells from the Notochord of Dogs to Regenerate Disc Cartilage
Flip-Flops, Flat Shoes Relieve Arthritic Knees
If you have knee pain from arthritis, wearing flat, flexible shoes may reduce the stress on your joints and keep you more comfortable, according to new research.
Many People With Arthritis Are Unsure About Annual Flu Shots
A flu shot is important for people with chronic conditions, such arthritis or other rheumatic diseases. Ask your doctor if a flu shot is appropriate for you.
Another La Nina Winter Means More Lyme Disease Cases
Another warm, wet La Nina winter is forecast for a wedge of the northern U.S., and that could mean a big leap in Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, says one public health official.
Joint Advance Review
Chronic joint pain makes life miserable. You can no longer do the things you love to do and no longer life life to the fullest. There are many different remedies for joint pains, but most consist of dangerous chemicals that cause horrible side effects.
Can You Take Advil With Celebrex?
Celebrex is a prescription medication available for the treatment of arthritis and fibromyalgia. Celebrex is classified as an nonsterioidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in 1998. Because Celebrex is an NSAID, it causes a negative inte
Prednisone Use for Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease that causes localized pain that sometimes is severe. It is most common in the knees and hips, and is more frequent in older people. Prednisone is an effective treatment, but long-term use can cause side effects.