Arthritis refers to joint conditions characterized by chronic pain, but beyond the physical symptoms, it can also adversely affect one’s mental health. In many cases, this manifests as depression and anxiety, and the comorbidity of these conditions can actually worsen...
Unfortunately arthritis does not yet have a cure, but there are some habits that you can practice to help alleviate the pain of arthritis symptoms. One question that patients frequently ask is, “Are there foods that can help? What foods should I avoid?” So far, there...
A child who does not receive adequate treatment for a rheumatic condition may suffer dire lifelong consequences. Over 300,000 children have been diagnosed with rheumatic diseases, yet fewer than 400 pediatric rheumatologists practice in America. Rheumatologists who...
Osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are both forms of inflammation of the joints but they are actually very different types of a broader condition called arthritis. There are many forms of arthritis, including gout, but RA and OA are two of the most...
Researchers are confirming “drug holidays” require closer follow-up and attention, especially in patients at high risk of fracturing. Patients who take osteoporosis drugs for years at a time are typically advised to take a “drug holiday” or temporarily discontinue...