Arthritis - Symptoms

Leola M. Hays

Leola, 78, lives in Montgomery, AL. She has suffered from arthritis for decades, but didn’t give up on finding ways to cope with and manage this painful condition. Read on to see how she continues to overcome against the pain in her joints.

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A neurotransmitter known as Substance P may hold the key to unlocking the mystery of arthritis pain.

RA Pain: Does Where You Live Matter?

Ongoing research suggests that genetic factors and environmental exposures both play a role in occurrence and symptoms.

What's the Difference Between Osteorarthritis and RA?

While their symptoms are similar, these conditions are distinct when it comes to how they initially develop.

Could Pine Bark Extract Help Treat Osteoarthritis Pain?

Are you familiar with this supplement, which may provide relief from osteoarthritis symptoms?

The Link Between Sugar and Osteoarthritis

Curb your sweet tooth, and you just may notice an improvement in your symptoms.

Arthritis Management: Nature Heals

An encounter with Mother Nature can help strengthen your body and invigorate your spirit. Learn more about eco-therapy.

Knee Replacement: Your Pressing Questions, Answered

How long in the hospital? How long until recovered? How do they actually replace a knee? Get straightforward answers to these and other questions.

Hip Replacement: Your Pressing Questions, Answered

How is a hip replaced? What are symptoms after? What's the recovery time? Get straightforward answers to these and other questions.

The Arthritis Registry: Should You Join?

The AIR connects those with arthritis-related conditions to clinical researchers. Here's how to become a part of it.

Arthritis Is Not Just for the Elderly

It's important to know arthritis can strike at any age because early treatment is key.

Living With Invisible Pain

You look well. What are the challenges when you feel anything but on the inside?

Good Vibrations to Ease Pain

Vibration therapy may help ease pain related to conditions such as diabetes and arthritis. But it does come with some risks.

RA and Autoimmune Conditions: How Do You Know You Have It?

Learn what your doctor is looking for when she orders a vial of blood to be drawn.

5 Common Rheumatoid Arthritis Mistakes

RA is a chronic disease. Choose to live your best by being mindful of these common mistakes.

Why Does the Body Feel Pain?

Pain is a communication system, but what is it trying to say? Focus on the different types of pain to uncover its secrets.

Everyday Aches or Diagnosed Chronic Pain?

The rigors of daily living make the occasional ache commonplace. But when have you crossed the line to chronic pain?

How Do You Know if it's Carpal Tunnel?

Is that burning, tingling, pain and numbness in your hands carpal tunnel syndrome? Your doctor can put it to the test.

What Rheumatoid Factor Does and Doesn't Show

RF is a type of antibody produced by your immune system. If your levels are high, you may have rheumatoid arthritis. Or, you may not.

Is Alcohol Good for Arthritis?

When it comes to rheumatoid arthritis, moderate alcohol consumption could reduce symptoms and even lessen one's risk of developing the disease.

Pain Medication Addiction: Have You Crossed the Line?

This medication can be a blessing and a curse. Here's how to tell if you, or a loved one, have crossed the line into addiction.

5 Lifestyle Changes for Coping With Chronic Pain

It's easy to think the power to improve is all in the pill, but it's also in the lifestyle changes that help you live well.

Health by the Numbers: Arthritis

Although arthritis can be debilitating, there are a variety of treatment options to help keep symptoms in check. Here's a look at the disease by the numbers.

Massage Therapy for Pain

How could this therapy help you manage your worst pain symptoms?

How to Handle Arthritis on the Job

Learn how to address pain, fatigue, and other obstacles in a way that works for you and your employer.

Can Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Fix Your Back Pain?

If you have ongoing back pain, OMT offers a holistic approach to pain relief that addresses a variety of physical conditions.

Arthritis 101

Learn about the most common forms of arthritis, from causes and symptoms to treatment.

Understanding Adult ADHD Symptoms

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Psoriatic Arthritis: Causes and Symptoms

Most people develop psoriasis first, but for some, joint problems begin before skin lesions appear.

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