“This may have implications for management decisions beyond treating to disease activity targets alone.” Pain and inflammation often go hand in hand, especially for people with inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA). So it logically…
Arthritis
A comprehensive guide to Arthritis, exploring its symptoms, types, causes, and effective treatment options to manage joint pain and improve mobility.
Nearly 20% of People with Spondyloarthritis Also Have Fibromyalgia, New Data Show
Spondyloarthritis is a group of inflammatory rheumatic diseases that primarily affect the spine, joints, and entheses—the sites where tendons and ligaments attach to bone. Conditions within this spectrum include ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, reactive arthritis,…
30% of RA Patients Don’t See Fatigue Improve After Starting Treatment
Understanding the Hidden Burden of Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is widely recognized as a chronic autoimmune condition that primarily affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, stiffness, and progressive joint damage if left…
Medical Marijuana for Arthritis: Does Legal Status Affect Whether Patients Use It — or Talk to Their Doctor About It?
No matter who you talk to in the chronic pain, arthritis, and musculoskeletal disease community — patients, clinicians, researchers, public health experts — medical marijuana is controversial. Is it safe? Is it effective for treating…
These Are the Methotrexate Side Effects That Make Arthritis Patients Stop Taking It
Introduction Methotrexate is one of the most widely used and effective medications for inflammatory arthritis, especially rheumatoid arthritis. For many patients, it can dramatically reduce joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and long-term joint damage. In some…
The Arthritis Symptoms That Matter to Patients May Not Always Be the Ones They Discuss with Their Doctor
Introduction Arthritis is often described in clinical terms—joint swelling, inflammation markers, imaging findings, and measurable physical limitations. Yet for many people living with arthritis, the condition is experienced in a far more complex and personal…
Is There a Difference Between Having Ankylosing Spondylitis with Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis with Back Pain? A New Study Says Yes
Inflammatory arthritis is not a single, uniform condition. It exists as a spectrum of immune-mediated diseases that can affect the joints, spine, skin, and even internal organs. Among these conditions, ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and psoriatic…
Arthritis in Your Toes: Signs of Toe Arthritis, and What to Do About It
Introduction Your toes may be small, but they play a tremendous role in your everyday life. Every step you take, whether you’re walking across your home, climbing stairs, exercising, or simply standing, depends on the…
What Is Enthesitis? The Painful Arthritis Symptom You Should Know About
If you have ankylosing spondylitis or psoriatic arthritis, you may be familiar with the pain of enthesitis, an inflammation where tendons and ligaments attach to the bone — even if you aren’t aware it has…
Arthritis in Your Wrist: Signs of Wrist Arthritis, and What to Do About It
Introduction Your wrists play an essential role in nearly every aspect of daily life. Whether you’re typing on a keyboard, lifting groceries, preparing meals, driving, writing, or simply opening a door, your wrists are constantly…