- Rheumatoid Arthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis continues to improve, which can give many people relief from symptoms, improving their quality of life Doctors may use the following options to treat RA: Medications Physical therapy and occupational therapy Surgery Routine monitoring and ongoing care Complementary therapies
- Osteoarthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
If other treatments are not helping and if the joint damage is extensive, some people may have surgery When considering surgery, many factors may determine if it is the right option, including your age, pain intensity, the degree to which arthritis interferes with your lifestyle, level of disability, and occupation
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: Research Resources - National Institute of . . .
Research Progress Related to Rheumatoid Arthritis Over the last several decades, research has greatly increased our understanding of the immune system, genetics, and biology This research is now showing results in several areas important to rheumatoid arthritis Scientists are thinking about RA in exciting ways that were not possible years ago
- Osteoporosis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
If you have a disease that requires long-term glucocorticoid therapy, such as rheumatoid arthritis or chronic lung disease, you can also take certain medications approved for the prevention or treatment of osteoporosis Nutrition An important part of treating osteoporosis is eating a healthy, balanced diet, which includes:
- Psoriatic Arthritis Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors | NIAMS
Overview of Psoriatic Arthritis Psoriatic arthritis is a progressive inflammatory condition of the joints and the places where tendons and ligaments attach to bones (entheses) It happens when the immune system, for unknown reasons, becomes overactive and creates inflammation, leading to pain and swelling
- Psoriatic Arthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Diagnosis of Psoriatic Arthritis Although there is no definitive test for psoriatic arthritis, your doctor may do the following to diagnose you with the condition: Ask if you have a family history of psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis Talk to you about your symptoms and give you a physical exam
- Arthritis - Overview and Types | NIAMS
Common symptoms of arthritis include pain, redness, heat, and swelling in your joints If you have arthritis, it is important for your doctor to diagnose the type of arthritis you have so that you can get the proper treatment Fortunately, current treatments allow most people with arthritis to lead active and productive lives
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Symptoms, Types, Causes | NIAMS
Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis–rheumatoid factor negative This is the second most common type, affecting five or more joints in the first 6 months Tests for rheumatoid factor are negative The rheumatoid factor blood test checks for autoimmune disease, especially rheumatoid arthritis, which is an adult form of arthritis Some
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