Arthritis - Original Articles

While wearing well-fitting footwear is a good idea for anyone, it's particularly important for people with arthritis.

This type of treatment can be done as often as desired and can even be incorporated into your daily routine.

Although they may seem similar, polymyalgia rheumatica and rheumatoid arthritis are actually two separate diseases. But how do you know what you re dealing with?

Certain conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, can make eating and nutrient absorption difficult. People with this disease need to pay particular attention to their diets to avoid becoming malnourished.

Athletes seem to be getting older and older, but while their hearts may be benefiting, their joints could be at risk.

Have you ever wondered whether your morning cup (or two or three) of coffee has any impact on your Rheumatoid Arthritis?

It may seem hard to believe, but recent studies have shown a link between these seemingly unrelated factors.

If you think that you have exerted every possible treatment option without success, don't give up just yet there's still hope.

You are what you eat, but if you suffer from arthritis, this may be especially significant.

Can popping a pill made of chicken-breast cartilage help rheumatoid arthritis sufferers get relief? A group of researchers at Anhui Medical University in China thinks so.

Shoveling snow is extremely taxing on anyone, but when you suffer from arthritis, this chore is especially stressful. Our tips help make it easier.

You're familiar with the most common symptoms of RA, but there are other less frequent ones. Find out how to cope.

It's nearly impossible to effectively manage Rheumatoid Arthritis without the use of medication, but being aware of how to properly reduce dosage without withdrawal is critical.

Although intimacy may be more of a challenge when you—or your partner—has arthritis, sex and arthritis don't have to be incompatible.

Here are some important things to consider when evaluating whether your physical therapist is a good fit for you.

When you think of arthritis, you probably think of common joints such as the knees, elbows or fingers. What you may not know is that you can have arthritis in some strange places.

Arthritis sufferers have enough to worry about. However, research shows that those with RA may be at an increased risk for developing lymphoma.

Have you noticed that your arthritis pain becomes worse in certain weather conditions? If so, you re not alone and it s not all in your head. There is an association between temperature, humidity and barometric pressure and joint pain.

This year, make a commitment to yourself to successfully manage your arthritis and enjoy the holidays.

Learn how to work with your doctor to get a correct diagnosis.

Have you or a loved one survived a life-threatening disease? Are you currently struggling with depression, chronic pain, heart disease, or other health-related condition? Have you gone to extraordinary lengths to help someone in a health crisis? If so, we want to hear from you!

When pain is a part of your everyday life, it may be hard to differentiate between normal soreness and pain. Read on to find out how.

As anyone who s tossed and turned all night can attest, sleep is important to our overall health and quality of life. Occasional sleepless nights are bothersome, but not harmful. Prolonged insomnia, however, is another story.

Rid yourself of stiff joints today.

Five factors that separate fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis.

Over 40 but feel twice your age? How to increase the fight against arthritis.

Are your symptoms related to an arthritis flare, or the flu? How to tell.

Three side effects women may experience from taking rheumatoid arthritis drugs.

Is this treatment option a good idea?

Fever is one of the many symptoms that can occur in rheumatoid arthritis. Learn why it may happen and ways you can treat it.