Articles in Home | Health Condition | Arthritis Title|Newest|Oldest What You Can Do If You Have Arthritis Pain  By : Millard Hiner Acute pain is usually treated with traditional analgesics including opiates like those found in codeine, hydrocodone and morphine to name a few. Less severe pain may be treated with over the counter medications and also by the use of NSAIDs or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Arthritis - Symptoms, Risks, Treatments  By : John Russell Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease, is the most common joint disorder and has unknown causes. It is a condition that is usually seen in older people, in their larger, weight-bearing joints, such as the hips, knees, and spine. It can also affect the hands and feet, or other joints. Arthritis Home Remedies  By : Millard Hiner The alternative medicine for Rheumatoid Arthritis is Alternative Medicine, NCCAM (http://nccam.nih.gov/health/RA/), alternative medicines are not considered conventional treatments at this time - that is "medicine as practiced by holders of M.D. (medical doctor) or D.O. (doctor of osteopathy) degrees." This means that alternative options are controversial. Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms  By : Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms:Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms are more common in women than in men and will usually strike an adult between the ages of 20 to 50 How To Achieve Natural Arthritis Pain Relief  By : Linda Powell Arthritis can be a very painful and debilitating condition. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis which usually occurs due to joint trauma, infection inside the joint or simply age. The other two common forms of arthritis are rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis, and these diseases occurs when the body begins to attack itself. Many people who suffer from arthritis search for effective natural arthritis pain relief. These people typically wish to avoid taking la... Managing Arthritis  By : You may consider arthritis to be a disease of the elderly, but did you know that it could actually affect any age group? It is a well-established fact that two-thirds of those who experience arthritis are actually under the age of 65. For these 3 million Americans (that include children), normal, daily activities are hindered by swelling, pain, and stiffness. Arthritis can be very limiting. What is arthritis? There are over 100 different arthritic conditions that cause... What You Need To Know About Food And Drug Interactions If You Have Arthritis  By : Nathan Wei Medicines can treat and help with many medical problems such as arthritis. However they must be taken according to instructions to ensure they are safe and effective. Many medicines have ingredients that interact with other medicines and which also affect human organ function in different ways. This article discusses some important information for arthritis sufferers. Medications often interact with food. Both the type of food, the timing of food intake, as well as lifesty... Arthritis: Causes And Symptoms  By : kaleb Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in people over the age of 65. By the age of 60 nine in every ten people have it . For most of them arthritis means living with pain and stiffness. However, Arthritis is not an inevitable consequence of aging and can be prevented , provided the underlying causes are eliminated. In the search of causes and solutions many things have been considered including diet, exercise, posture, climate, hormones, infections, genetics ,old age, stress.. How To Find The Best Arthritis Specialist  By : Nathan Wei When you’re looking for a medical specialist, it’s sometimes really difficult because you don’t know who’s good and who isn’t. Sometimes you can rely on a friend or relative who’s seen somebody… or you can call the local hospital because sometimes they’ll give you the names of people who specialize. Unfortunately, these methods are not necessarily the best ways to locate somebody who is really skilled. I’ve written a previous article on how to find an arthritis expert… ... Healthy Diet And Natural Supplements For Arthritis Patients  By : A common myth about arthritis is that it attacks aged persons only. This is not true. Quite a few children suffer from arthritis. However, this is not the only myth about arthritis; plenty of such notions prevail in the society. As knowledge is the only thing that removes misconception, let us learn some basic things about arthritis and help others find most suitable remediation for joint pain and aches. Arthritis is a syndrome that involves inflammation, tenderness, swell... So What Is The Best Approach To Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis... What Do I Need To Know If I, Or A Close Relative Has The Disease?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, progressive, systemic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease for which there is no current cure. However, there are important and effective advances which have made it possible to put this disease into remission. The most important advances in treatment in the last 25 years have been the use of methotrexate as a disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) and the use of biologic therapies to get this disease into remission. Before discuss... How Do You Diagnose Rheumatoid Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive, systemic, autoimmune disease that causes joint inflammation. At onset, small joints such as the hands, wrists, and feet tend to be involved more than large joints. Because it is a systemic disease RA can cause significant internal organ damage to areas such as the lungs, skin, blood-producing organs, heart, and eyes. More than 2 million Americans are affected by RA. It is critical to make the diagnosis of RA as quickly as poss... Arthritis And Allergy  By : Krishan Many doctors have refused to accept that both arthritis and rheumatism, are either caused, or at the very least seriously affected, by diet. Most people over the age of thirty, will notice a twinge or an ache somewhere, if they persist in eating something that is bad for them. In actual fact, both rheumatism and arthritis are classic examples of masked food allergies at their rampaging worst. There is a mass of evidence throughout the world to support this fact. One exampl... Doctor... Does Ultram Help With Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) have been the mainstay of treatment for arthritis symptoms. Physicians often advise patients to use over-the-counter preparations... or also use prescription NSAIDS for more severe problems. Unfortunately, NSAIDS do have many potential side-effects including the potential for creating stomach and small bowel ulceration, kidney dysfunction, liver damage, fluid retention and a small but real increased incidence of cardiovascular... How You Can Prepare For Joint Surgery If You Have Arthritis  By : Nathan Wei Medical management for the different varieties of arthritis has improved tremendously over the last 20 years. However, there are still many patients for whom medical management either doesn’t work or who progressive joint damage that requires surgical intervention. The thought of surgery is frightening because of the many potential risks that can occur whenever general anesthesia and a major surgical operation are considered. Here are some tips and questions to consider... Is Arthritis Becoming More Common?  By : Nathan Wei Arthritis is the most common chronic disease affecting joints and is also the most common cause of disability in the United States. Many forms of arthritis are also life-threatening. While it has been tempting to speculate that arthritis will become more common as the Baby Boom generation continues to age, there has been a relative lack of hard data to support that notion. The National Arthritis Data Workgroup is a consortium of epidemiologic experts who have collected and... What Is Reactive Arthritis  By : Trevor Vernon What is Reactive arthritis and how can it be effectively dealt with. Reactive arthritis was first described by a German military physician called Hans Reiter in 1916. He described the disease seen in soldier in orld War I, who had recovered from a bout of diarrhea. Reactive arthritis can be described as an inflammation in the joints which can develop as a reaction to an virus or infection. Reactive arthritis can be treated and attacks from it normally doesn't last that ... The 12 Things You Must Look For In An Arthritis Expert  By : Nathan Wei Finding the right arthritis specialist is extremely important since arthritis not only can cripple you but it also can significantly shorten lifespan. I give a lot of talks and the questions I hear a lot are: “I went to an arthritis specialist and they weren’t anything special” or “How do I find a good specialist?” Let’s make a distinction here… there’s a big difference between an arthritis specialist and an arthritis expert. To get the best results you want an expert! ... I Have Arthritis In My Ankle… What Can I Do?  By : Nathan Wei Ankle arthritis is one of the most common problems seen in a rheumatology office. While it is a relatively small joint complex, it is subjected to a great deal of stress because of the weight-bearing required with standing and walking. Throw in the need to make forward and backward movements as well as side to side movements, it becomes clear that the stress placed on the bones, ligaments and tendons is tremendous. And that doesn’t even account for the twisting and [pivoti... What Kinds Of Physical Therapy Work For Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Patients with arthritis in our practice are often referred to physical therapists during the course of their management. One question I often hear from patients when I suggest physical therapy is, “But, why can’t I do exercises at home?” So the big misconception here is that physical therapy is just a bunch of glorified exercise instruction. Nothing could be further from the truth. Physical therapy plays an extremely important role in the management of the patient with art... Joint Pain Relief  By : Steven A Johnson Joint pain, including Osteoarthritis, is found in nearly 43 million Americans. Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, (DJD), is the most common form of arthritis and is caused by the breakdown of cartilage in one or more joints. Osteoarthritis has many signs and symptoms but the main symptoms are stiff and very painful joints. One of the most painful moments of having joint pain stiffness is in the morning after resting the joints. Moving the joints arou... Doctor… Do Rubs Work For Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Treatments for arthritis pain vary in terms of type, effectiveness, and mode of administration. Types of therapies include oral analgesics, topical analgesics, oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), topical NSAIDS, oral narcotics, and parenteral (meaning intramuscular or intravenous) narcotics. As a general rule, for mild to moderate pain, narcotics should not be used. What this means is that the non-narcotic analgesics or NSAIDS are the drugs of choice. T... How To Beat The Agony And Anguish Of Frozen Shoulder!  By : Nathan Wei Frozen shoulder – the medical term is “adhesive capsulitis”- is a common ailment, estimated to affect between 2 percent and 3 percent of the population. Diabetics are at higher risk; up to 20 percent get it. For this reason, frozen shoulder may have an autoimmune component responsible for its development. Trauma sometimes precedes a frozen shoulder. People with other health conditions, including heart disease, lung disease and hyperthyroidism, also may have an increased ri... Arthritis Pain Relief Using Yoga Exercises  By : Evelyn Lim Instead of drug medications, arthritis pain relief can also be obtained when you do yoga exercises on a regular basis. It is possible to obtain a pain-free life, when you focus on moving your joints, stretching and coupled with deep breathing exercises. Hidden Danger...Who Else With Rheumatoid Arthritis Has Anemia?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, inflammatory, systemic, autoimmune disease for which there is no known cure. It is a common disorder and affects more than 2.1 million Americans. Because it is a systemic condition, it affects more than joints. Like other inflammatory conditions, RA causes anemia. The anemia is not the result of bleeding (although some patients treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can develop gastrointestinal bleeding), or deficiency of... What Are The Risks For Heart Disease From Rheumatoid Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, progressive, systemic, autoimmune disease for which there is no current cure. It is a common disorder affecting more than 2.1 million Americans. Patients who present with complications of RA outside the joints- what is termed extra-articular disease- are at particular risk for early death. Extraarticular problems that can be seen in RA include, skin ulcers, anemia, eye inflammation, lung inflammation and damage, heart disease, inflam... I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis And Have Heard About Golimumab… What Is It?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, progressive, autoimmune disease for which there is no current cure. However, the advent of biologic therapy has made it possible to induce remission in the majority of patients. However, in order to effect remission, research suggests that a critical therapeutic window may exist within the first two years of disease onset when the rate of x-ray progression of the disease- which correlates directly with potential disability- can be sl... I Have Osteoarthritis Of The Knee… What Does The Future Hold For Me?  By : Nathan Wei One of the most common afflictions of the baby boomer generation is osteoarthritis of the knee (OAK). Up to 20 million Americans may suffer from this condition. OAK develops as a result of degradation of the articular cartilage. Articular cartilage is the smooth lining or gristle that covers the ends of the leg bones where they meet to form the knee joint. The cartilage provides a smooth surface for the joint to move and also functions to cushion the knee with impact. T... Does All The Information On Arthritis Leave You Scratching Your Head…?  By : Pat Dee There is a lot of information listed on the internet when that is related to arthritis. Many times, this information can be vague, or even conflicting. If you find that all the information on arthritis leaves you scratching your head, then you need the “Arthritis Guide”. Here, I will introduce you to the examples of information that you can find by reading the “Arthritis Guide” online. If you are looking for a one stop resource on all things arthritis, this guide is the singl... I Have Bad Arthritis In The Shoulder But I’m Afraid Of Surgery… What Should I Do?  By : Nathan Wei Joint replacement surgery for arthritis has become commonplace nowadays when it comes to areas such as hips or knees. However, there is still the notion that shoulder replacement is difficult and not very successful. It’s something to consider only as the very last resort… and even then avoid it if possible. Why is this the case? One reason is that shoulder replacement is not commonly done. Only about a tenth as many shoulder replacements are done as hip or knee replace... How To Find The Best Arthritis Specialist Doctor For You  By : Nathan Wei People often spend more time preparing for their vacations than they do selecting the right physician to take care of the most important aspect of their life, which is their health. This is particularly true when it comes to arthritis. And that’s a shame because... • Arthritis is the number one cause of crippling in the United States • It causes significant pain and often inability to perform activities of daily living • It is a very treatable disorder • Early diagnosis... About Rheumatoid Arthritis  By : Many people are unaware that arthritis is a term used to cover over 200 different diseases that involve symptoms of pain and inflammation of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is among the most common and potentially disabling forms of arthritis. This article addresses some of the basic facts about rheumatoid arthritis, to help you better understand the symptoms and causes of this disease. Rheumatoid arthritis is not restricted to any particular area of the body. Most joi... Il-6… Another Breakthrough For Rheumatoid Arthritis!  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common inflammatory form of arthritis. It is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disease that affects more than 2 million Americans. The aim of therapy for this disease has been to help with symptoms, slow down progression, and possibly effect remission. Rheumatologists usually use non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) or low doses of corticosteroids to help with symptoms. To slow down disease, they employ disease-modifying anti-rheumat... Arthritis And Chinese Herbal Medicine  By : Roger Thompson Most people with joint pain are diagnosed with arthritis, which is a general term for a number of different conditions that involve swollen, painful, and/or stiff joints. The two most common forms of arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis, which affects more than 6.5 million people in the United States alone; and osteoarthritis, which is an age-related degeneration of joints. One in seven Americans is afflicted with osteoarthritis, and some are virtually housebound by joint pain.... Can Rheumatoid Arthritis Be Put Into Remission?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory form of arthritis. It is a systemic, chronic, autoimmune disease for which there is no current cure. However, it is clear that early diagnosis and aggressive treatment can make a tremendous impact on prognosis and prevention of disability. In fact, the aim for every patient should be to get them into remission as soon as possible. Many clinicians have adopted the approach of starting early aggressive therapy in the hop... I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis… Why Is My Rheumatologist So Concerned About My Lungs?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory form of arthritis. It is a chronic, autoimmune disease that affects more than 2 million Americans. While the primary target for this disease is the musculoskeletal system, RA is also a systemic disease meaning that it affects internal organs. One of the most common organ systems affected is the respiratory system. Upper airway symptoms are often caused by Sjogren’s disease, an autoimmune condition that often accompa... Is There A Blood Test For Rheumatoid Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory form of arthritis. It affects roughly 2 million Americans. It is a chronic, systemic, autoimmune disorder for which there is no known cure. However, there are very effective medicine regimens that can control the disease and get it into remission. The major reason, RA is not put into remission more often is the lack of a precise diagnosis. While there are many criteria that can point towards the diagnosis, it is oft... Arthritis Explained  By : Lambert Klein Arthritis can be grouped into two main categories based upon the "localized" or "generalized" areas of the body or joints that are affected and then into sub-categories. I Take Methotrexate For Rheumatoid Arthritis And I’m Concerned About The Side Effects…  By : Nathan Wei Since the early 1980’s methotrexate has assumed the position of “gold standard” as a disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) for rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It is effective, relatively safe, and also relatively inexpensive. In the past methotrexate was used either as a single agent or in combination with other DMARDS such as hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) or sulfasalazine (Azulfidine). With the advent of the newer biologic drugs, methotrexate is most often used in com... Rheumatoid Arthritis Kills!  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory form of arthritis and affects approximately 2 million Americans. RA is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disease that preferentially attacks the joints but also attacks other organ systems such as the lungs, eyes, skin, and cardiovascular system. The notion that “it’s just arthritis” does not apply to RA. Many recent epidemiologic studies have demonstrated that mortality rate in RA patients is higher than in people wit... What Do I Look For In Alternative Therapies For Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Of all the medical conditions that exist, arthritis is the one that is most often treated with alternative types of therapies. That is because it is a chronic condition for which there is no cure yet. In addition, people with arthritis are in pain and therefore need relief. And, quite frankly, there is mistrust and fear when it comes to conventional treatments, particularly pharmaceuticals. Yet, it is a mistake to assume that because a remedy is touted as being “natural” o... I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis... I’ve Heard That Something Called Cathepsin G Is Important ... What Is It?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common inflammatory form of arthritis. It is a chronic, systemic, autoimmune process that affects more than 2 million Americans. While it typically affects both small (hands, wrists, ankles, feet) and large joints (shoulders, elbows, knees, hips), leading to a potentially disabling and crippling situation, it also causes internal organ damage and can affect the eyes, skin, heart, and lungs and other organs as well. The thrust of much resear... Rheumatoid Arthritis Explained  By : Many individuals on a global scale are diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis annually. For many, this is an extremely disheartening diagnosis. While it may be challenging to live with the complications of this form of arthritis, it is still quite possible to live a full and healthy life with this medical condition. In order to fully understand rheumatoid arthritis, it is important to first gain a basic knowledge of arthritis. Arthritis is the name that is issued to the conditio... How Dangerous Are COX-2 Drugs For Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Ever since the voluntary withdrawal of rofecoxib (Vioxx) from the market, debate has raged regarding the risks of COX-2 drugs. Another casualty of the COX-2 “wars” was valdecoxib (Bextra), for an unrelated reason (rashes). The debate has been fueled, in part, by hysteria, rather than data. What do we know about COX-2 drugs right now? For one, we know that they cause many fewer severe side effects in the gastrointestinal tract than traditional non-steroidal anti-inflammator... What Is Hyaluronic Acid And How Does It Work For Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Hyaluronic acid (HA) – also known as hyaluronan- is found in all tissues and body fluids. What this article will describe is what HA does in the joints, particularly the knee. HA is a major component of synovial fluid. Synovial fluid is the naturally-occurring lubricant found in joints. HA has a variety of functions within the joint including lubricating effects, water balance, and stress distribution through what are termed “viscoelastic properties.” What this means is... Your Rheumatoid Arthritis Diet: Balance, Moderation And Variety  By : A lot of people believe that rheumatoid arthritis only affects older people, but it is in fact also prevalent among people aged twenty to fifty. It can, however, affect people younger or older than the given age range; is more common with women than men. Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the worst types of arthritis - it doesn't stop with joint pain but gradually progresses to joint deformity. There is no known cure for this disease, but the right rheumatoid arthritis diet an... The Underreporting Of Arthritis Drug Use… Are You Taking “Poison” And Not Telling Your Doctor?  By : Nathan Wei Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are among the most commonly used over-the-counter medications. Examples include Advil (ibuprofen), Aleve (naproxen), and Orudis (ketoprofen). They are so ubiquitous in their use that often people don’t think about them nor do they even consider them to be medicines. A recent U.S. study suggested people underreport their use of these common but potentially dangerous over-the-counter pain medications even to their doctors. ... Can Rooster Comb Injections Prevent Knee Replacement?  By : Nathan Wei Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is one of the most common problems seen by both rheumatologists as well as orthopedists in the office. The standard forms of therapy include maintenance of proper weight, exercise, application of cold, bracing, analgesics (pain killers), anti-inflammatory medicines, steroid injections, and viscosupplementation. This latter type of treatment involves the injection of a lubricant directly into the knee. These lubricants consist of a purified f... The Arthritis Bracelet: Can Copper And Magnets Really Help?  By : Despite modern advances in medicine, alternative medicine has always been around as the cheaper, natural option, often times being the last resort. These alternatives usually have been passed on from generation to generation and are at times actually effective. Upon research, most of them have been found to have underlying scientific basis. Arthritis bracelets are among the alternative treatments popularly embraced by consumers as aids to current arthritis pain management.... How Much Does Arthritis Limit A Person’s Ability To Work?  By : Nathan Wei The term “arthritis” encompasses more than 100 different conditions. Arthritis affects between 50 and 70 million adults depending on the source of information used. Arthritis is the disease most commonly associated with disability. To date, accurate determinations of the extent of disability related to arthritis have been incomplete. However, a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study has been able to provide the first ever state-by-state data on adult... I’ve Heard That Infections Are A Problem With The New Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs…  By : Nathan Wei Biologic therapies- silver bullets that target the immune system abnormalities in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients- have revolutionized the treatment of this disease. It is now possible to put patients with RA into remission. However, as with all therapies there are potential downsides. One of the risks that has been written extensively about is infections, particularly with TNF-α inhibitors. Examples of these drugs include Enbrel, Humira, and Remicade. A recent ... I Have Flat Feet… It’s Not Arthritis Is It?  By : Nathan Wei Having flat feet is a common condition with about 25 percent of the population having this disorder. The medical term for flat foot is "pes planus." Contrary to popular belief though, having flat feet is a potentially serious problem. It has been associated with plantar fasciitis (inflammation of the soft tissue of the bottom of the heel), Achilles tendonitis, painful shin splints and osteoarthritis of the knee. While most people with flat feet probably have a genetic p... Is Rheumatoid Arthritis A Genetic Disease?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory type of arthritis. It affects more than 2 million Americans and is still a leading cause of both disability as well as days lost from work. RA is more common in women than men, and typical onset for the disease is between 25 and 50 years of age. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include swelling, loss of movement, stiffness, and pain in joints, most commonly, the fingers and wrists. RA is to be feared and respected b... The Power Behind Magnetic Bracelets For Arthritis  By : If not treated properly and immediately, arthritis could cause the individual to lose control and function of affected joints. Although traditional medications have been long produced to treat arthritis, alternative medications have become increasingly popular nowadays. One such example of the latter is using a magnetic bracelet for arthritis. Advocates of this particular field of alternative medicine believe that using static magnetic fields provided by permanent magnets ... I’ve Been Diagnosed With Osteoarthritis Of The Hip... What Treatments Are Available?  By : Nathan Wei Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and affects more than 30 million Americans. It is also known as degenerative arthritis or degenerative joint disease. It is characterized by the wearing away of joint cartilage. Cartilage is the gristle that covers the ends of bones in a joint. When cartilage breaks down, it allows bones to rub against each other, resulting in pain and loss of movement. Over time, the joint loses its normal shape. Also, bone spurs, c... Can Exercise Prevent Me From Getting Arthritis In My Knees?  By : Nathan Wei Arthritis is the most common chronic disease and affects almost 70 million Americans. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis and each is treated somewhat differently from the others. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis (OA). Osteoarthritis (OA) is a major cause of disability among adults over the age of 50. OA affects articular cartilage, the gristle that caps the end of long bones that interact with each other inside a joint. Cartila... Do You Recommend Exercise For Your Patients With Osteoarthritis Of The Knee?  By : Nathan Wei Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and affects roughly 30-40 million Americans. The condition is due to a metabolic disorder of cartilage, the gristle that caps the ends of long bones. Cartilage functions to cushion the joint against impact and also to allow gliding of the joint with movement. Cartilage consists of cells called chondrocytes that sit inside a matrix- much like grapes inside of gelatin. Normally, chondrocytes produce substances that bui... Is There Any Evidence That Meditation Helps Rheumatoid Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Today, arthritis patients are not only more receptive to complementary therapies- what has been called alternative therapy- but actually prefer it to conventional medicines. There are many reasons for this. These reasons include the adverse publicity surrounding the side effects of medicines such as Vioxx and Bextra, cost of pharmaceutical agents, insurance restrictions that make it difficult for patients to get the types of medicines they need, and the widely held concept... Do Lateral Wedge Insoles Relieve Pain Due To Osteoarthritis Of The Knee?  By : Nathan Wei Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and affects approximately 30 million Americans. The underlying pathology is altered biochemical changes in cartilage- the gristle that caps the ends of long bones. Cartilage consists of cells called chondrocytes that produce a matrix. The chondrocytes sit inside this matrix, much like grapes inside gelatin. With the development of OA, the chondrocytes no longer function properly. In addition, inflammatory changes occ... I Have Osteoarthritis Of The Knee And My Doctor Has Recommended A Knee Brace… Is That Ok?  By : Nathan Wei Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. Risk factors for this condition include family history, trauma and injury to the joint, and obesity. OA is a disease of articular cartilage, the gristle that caps and cushions the ends of long bones and allows the joint to glide. With OA, the cartilage begins to wear away prematurely. Weight-bearing areas such as the neck, low back, hips, and knees are the areas most often involved. The knee, since it is so impor... Home Remedies For Arthritis: Seven Alternatives  By : Arthritis is a chronic disease, which means it's something that you can't completely escape from by using only medications and other traditional treatments. Home remedies for arthritis are considered excellent alternatives because not only are they safe to use, they are also occasionally more effective and definitely more affordable. Arthritis Stages Anyone can get arthritis. Even though older people are more often afflicted by it, younger people are also vulnerable to ... Doctor… How Does My Rheumatologist Know Whether I’m Responding To Treatment For My Rheumatoid Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, autoimmune, inflammatory disease that affects 2 million Americans. It results in significant morbidity (disability and crippling) and mortality (death). Nearly 80% of patients with RA are disabled after 20 years and life expectancy is reduced by between 3 to 18 years. RA patients can suffer from chronic pain, stiffness, functional impairment, and irreversible joint damage. They often require aggressive long-term therapy. RA is a dise... Natural Arthritis Treatments For The Men  By : With the time every human beings develop various body ailments. Some of them trigger severe condition for the people to live the normal life. Practically the life faces full stress with the invasion of arthritis. It may look like the single disease but it comprises more than 150 specified conditions with chronic irritation. The term “arthritis” comes from the word “arthralgia” which means the joint inflammation. People suffer from the inflammation in the various joints like t... How Does My Rheumatologist Know When I Need A Treatment Change For My Rheumatoid Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic, progressive, autoimmune inflammatory disease that has as its main targets, the joints. It affects more than 2 million Americans. In recent years, tremendous strides in understanding how RA develops has led to the development of targeted therapies. The aggressive use of disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDS) such as methotrexate, in combination with biologic therapies has resulted in sustained effectiveness, improved tole... Arthritis Management Through Diet  By : Lisa McDowell The term “arthritis” refers to the chronic inflammation of joints throughout the body. Arthritis is one of the most rapidly growing chronic conditions in North America. Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, is also known as wear and tear arthritis and degenerative joint disease. This form of arthritis classically affects the knee joint, the hips and other weight bearing joints. Other forms include rheumatoid arthritis and gouty arthritis. New treatments for ar... Natural Arthritis Treatments: Ten Popular Alternatives  By : It is a well-known fact that arthritis is a painful disease. Patients suffer pain caused by inflammation on their joints. This disease can even lead to disability. To try and ease this suffering, there are several natural arthritis treatments that people recommend. Almost every culture has different herbal ways to help ease arthritis. Depending on what is available to them naturally, these types of home treatment will always be available for our use. Herbs which are nat... Reduce Inflammation And Joint Pain With Celadrin  By : Celadrin is a mixture of esters of natural fatty acids that can be used to reduce inflammation and joint pain caused by conditions such as arthritis. It is formed by the cetylation of bovine tallow oil, and contains the specific fatty acid esters cetyl oleate, cetyl palmitoleate, cetyl palmitate, cetyl myristate and cetyl myristoleate. Fatty acid esters offer the advantage of being soluble in water and also in fats and oils. This allows them to be used in a variety of ci... Doctor… What Factors Determine Poor Prognosis With Rheumatoid Arthritis?  By : Nathan Wei Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, inflammatory autoimmune disorder. In RA, the immune dysfunction leads to painful, progressive crippling arthritis. RA is a systemic disorder and can affect internal organs including the eyes, lungs, heart, muscles, skin, and blood vessels. If undiagnosed or not treated aggressively it can lead to a substantial loss of mobility due to pain and joint destruction. Roughly, 60% of RA patients are unable to work 10 years after the onset o... What Is Gouty Arthritis?  By : Gouty arthritis is a problem of joint and bones that usually a severe painful attack when moving. The common site of the attack is toe but other joints can be affected are ankles, wrists, fingers, elbow and knee. Acute gout attack usually in one joint at a time and pain take time in hour to day. The patients can develop fever together with gout. Who is affected by gout? Prevalence estimates in the age over 35 years old. Usually attacks in male and menopause in women. Th... Doctor... What Are The Complications Of Being Treated For Rheumatoid Arthritis With Some Of The Drugs I’ve Heard About?  By : Nathan Wei There are a number of possible complications that can occur in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who is being treated with disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDS) or biologic therapy. Here is a partial rundown of some of them. MTX seems to interfere with successful vaccination against pneumococci, the organism that causes most cases of pneumonia. Since pneumonia vaccination is a common procedure, this specific problem should be taken into account in a patien... How Glucosamine Can Help With Joint Pain  By : Tara Smith... For those people who suffer from any form of arthritis and especially osteoarthritis and are now looking for ways to treat the effects of this condition through more natural and alternative ways, one such way is by increasing the amount of Glucosamine they consume. This particular substance is a type of amino sugar which our bodies create naturally and it is believed to help the cartilage found between our joints to be repaired or even to create new cartilage altogether. In fact many people who suffer from osteoarthritis have found this particular supplement to be extremely beneficial. They have found by increasing the amount of Glucosamine in their bodies often helps to alleviate the pain and other effects that are caused by osteoarthritis. Below we provide you with some further facts relating to Glucosamine that you may find interesting. I Have Arthritis That Affects A Lot Of My Joints… Could It Be Rheumatoid Arthritis And How Will The Doctor Know?  By : Nathan Wei There are more than 100 different kinds of arthritis. Most of them involve inflammation. When a patient goes to a rheumatologist to get a diagnosis, there is a process of elimination in order to arrive at the proper diagnosis. This process of elimination is called “differential diagnosis.” Differential diagnosis can be a difficult undertaking because so many forms of arthritis, particularly inflammatory forms of arthritis look alike. The following is a list of types of inf... Symptoms And Diagnosis Of Rheumatoid Arthritis  By : Flor Serquina Chronic bone tissue inflammation is one of the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. It happens when the immune system goes out of kilter and mistakenly attacks the joints. The affected area is then subjected to intense pain that is almost always permanent. If rheumatoid arthritis symptoms are left alone and untreated, the problem could become worse and result in the loss of mobility. This means that anybody suffering from the condition could become disabled for life. My Mother Has A Lot Of Pain From Her Arthritis… Will Meditation Help Her?  By : Nathan Wei The power of the mind to help a patient with arthritis and chronic pain has been the subject of intense interest among physicians in both conventional as well as complementary medicine. A recent study reviewed the literature on eight mind–body interventions for older adults with chronic nonmalignant pain. (Morone NE, Greco CM. Mind-Body Interventions for Chronic Pain in Older Adults: A Structured Review. 2007; Pain Medicine 8 (4), 359–375). The authors’ objectives we... Two Ways To Deal With Arthritis  By : naix This article discusses the attitude of people when dealing with arthritis. It points out the common mistakes of some people of choosing to ignore the problem and waiting for the condition to worsen. It also provides suggestions of how to avoid arthritis from recurring. Doctor, I Had A Hip Replacement For Arthritis And Now That Has To Be Replaced? I’m Worried…  By : Nathan Wei Approximately, 500,000 Americans undergo either total hip or total knee replacement surgery annually. The underlying reason is usually end-stage arthritis- when the cartilage which cushions the joint has worn away. Technology has improved to such a point that these replacements which consist of metal, plastic or ceramic materials and mimic the function of a normal joint, are usually very effective. Most patients can return to activities they enjoyed before their joint b... Why Do Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Hate Prednisone?  By : Nathan Wei One drug that is often used in the early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is prednisone. Prednisone is a glucocorticoid. Glucocorticoids are drugs that have biologic activity similar to the hormones made in the adrenal glands. These drugs are chemically synthesized and are used to treat a variety of inflammatory disorders. Glucocorticoids, while very effective for treating inflammation, have many potential side effects including thinning of the skin, acne, weight gain,... Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms, Causes And Prevention  By : In these modern times, the number of people affected by arthritis is increasing rapidly. There are millions of patients all over the world. In the USA alone, there are more than forty million Americans who suffer from some form of arthritis and if no measures are taken to control it, more and more people will be suffering from it. Who Are Likely To Be Affected? Arthritis is not a gender-specific disease and it can affect people regardless of their race, location or soci... Rheumatoid Relief And Chinese Herbs  By : Mr.Andrew Caxton When it comes to treating arthritis, some herbs can be especially good. Stinging nettles are one particularly, surprisingly good treatment for the condition. Arthritis is a condition which many people suffer from and sometimes they do not even know that they have it. If you are experiencing pain and stiffness in any of your joints then it is essential that you see a doctor as soon as possible. There are a number of different types of arthritis and so it is important to kno... The High Cost Of Arthritis: Can We Afford It?  By : Nathan Wei Arthritis is one of the most common chronic medical condition and the most common cause of crippling in the United States. It affects more than 70 million Americans and that figure is expected to rise sharply with the “graying” of the baby boomers generation. In fact, arthritis as a huge economic “albatross” will be a significant problem to contend with as a result of the “increase in numbers of persons affected, rather than an increase in mean expenditures and earnings lo... High Blood Pressure: Deadly Problem For Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis  By : Nathan Wei Multiple studies have demonstrated that patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a marked increase in the number of cardiovascular events such as strokes and heart attacks. While various theories have been offered, it is clear that multiple factors are involved. Chronic inflammation appears to be the major underlying factor. Chronic inflammation sets up atherosclerosis and the attendant development of plaque. However, other factors such as genetic predisposition, cigar... Top Eleven Tips For Stamping Out Arthritis Pain!  By : Nathan Wei There’s an old joke that goes something like this… A guy goes to see his arthritis specialist. He says, “Doc, whenever I do this, it hurts. What do I do?” The doctor strokes his chin and then replies, “Stop doing it.” Now, this may not be far from the truth. Here are 11 simple things you can do to rid yourself of those pesky arthritis aches and pains: 1. If there is a particular activity that causes pain, either modify it, find someone else to do it, or stop doing it... Are There Natural Cures For Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment?  By : Tammy Foster.. A painful condition that will have you looking for cures anywhere that you can find them, including looking for natural cures, rheumatoid arthritis can quickly gain control of your life. Natural Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments  By : Brad Burns Arthritis is a painful degenerative condition that effects many, many people worldwide. And the one thing virtually all these people have in common is that they want to be cured. Of course the other thing to take into consideration is to be cured safely. Common Symptoms For Rheumatoid Arthritis: Identification And Other Facts  By : Rheumatoid arthritis is a unique form of arthritis because it is an auto-immune disease that can impact more than just the joints in your body. In essence, your immune system malfunctions and begins to attack the joints, organs and/or other parts of your body. No one knows what causes rheumatoid arthritis but significant advances have been made with respect to the identification, treatment and control of rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. Early identification and quick aggressive... Is My Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Going To Give Me Cancer?  By : The link between rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a chronic, systemic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease and the incidence of cancer is still murky. Multiple epidemiologic studies have shown that hematopoietic (blood), lung, and skin cancers are increased in incidence in RA patients, while breast and colon cancers are decreased. Whether these cancer rates are caused by RA itself, the immunosuppressive chemotherapeutic agents used to treat RA, or by newer biologic therapies is an ... I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis And I’ve Heard Il-6 Is Bad. What Is It?  By : Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic systemic disease characterized by inflammation and multiplication of inflammation causing cells within the lining of the joints. This leads to progressive and bone destruction. In addition, because it is systemic disease, the same type of inflammatory changes are seen in other organ systems of the body. It is the consensus of most researchers that RA is driven by chemical messengers called cytokines. These cytokines activate immune ce... I Have Osteoarthritis In My Hip And My Doctor Wants To Inject It With Cortisone… What Do I Need To Know?  By : Among the many treatment options available for people with osteoarthritis are injections of glucocorticoids… commonly known as cortisone injections. Glucocorticoids, also called corticosteroids or steroids, are anti-inflammatory compounds that are synthetic copies of what the body’s adrenal glands make. When properly injected, these corticosteroids reduce the swelling, redness, heat, and pain that commonly accompany arthritis. Traditionally, the use of glucocorticoid in... Arthritis-Steal Life's Mobility No More  By : Tammy Foster.. A thief steals your possessions just as arthritis steals your joint mobility. Generally referring to inflammation throughout the body's joints, the word arthritis refers to a compilation of over 100 different types of arthritis and not just one single condition. I’ve Been Diagnosed With Spinal Stenosis… What’s The Treatment?  By : The spine consists of a number of vertebrae which are stacked, one on top of another, and separated from each other by discs. Down the center of this stack of vertebrae runs the spinal canal, an opening that accommodates the spinal cord. Between each set of vertebrae, the spinal cord sends out a pair of nerve roots. Spinal stenosis is a condition where there is not enough room in the spinal canal for the spinal cord and nerve roots. The most common cause of spinal stenosis... Relation Between Arthritis Pain And The Low Back Pain  By : Arthritis is one of the most debilitating disease in the United States and across the world and is the leading cause of disability of the mankind. The statistics shows that one out of every three Americans is affected by one of the more than 100 types of arthritis. Arthritis simply means a painful condition of the joints. There are different types of the disease - many inflammatory and others more degenerative in nature. Across the world there are 380 million people endure fr... Natural Arthritis Treatments  By : With all the news about the FDA pulling Cox 2 Inhibitors such a Celebrex, Vioxx and Bextra off the market because of possible side effects that can effect the heart, we are becoming more aware of the risks involved with taking drugs to treat arthritis. Even though I have long been an advocate of using natural medicine to supplement modern medicine treatment of arthritis or in some cases to replace it, I am sad to see these drugs taken off the market. While they are not perfec... Doctor... I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis... But I’m Afraid Of The New Biologic Drugs... What Do I Do?  By : Up until the mid 1990’s the best we, as rheumatologists could do with patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), was to relieve their pain, suppress their disease a bit, and maybe slow it down some. With the advent of biologic therapies, specifically tumor necrosis inhibitors (anti-TNF drugs), it is now possible to get the disease into complete remission. And, it is not out of the realm of possibility that if treated early enough and aggressively enough, some patients with R... Got Knee Pain From Arthritis? Stop Smoking!  By : Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. It is due to premature wearing away of cartilage, the gristle that cushions the ends of long bones in the joint. Known risk factors for knee OA include a history of trauma, a family history of the disease, certain metabolic conditions, and obesity. A recent study has confirmed the suspicion that smoking has another detrimental effect on health. It can worsen the prognosis of men who have osteoarthritis of the kne... Effective Natural Home Treatments For Arthritis  By : According to the modern medical system, there is no cure for arthritis and the patient must learn to live with it. Naturopathy, however, believes in dietetic cure of the disease. Most chronic arthritis patients are heavy eaters and often take food furnishing 3,500 to 4,000 calories. As they cannot utilise all the starchy elements of this intake, toxins accumulate and an excessive acid waste results in the aggravation of prevalent joint condition. A low-calorie diet, consistin... Can Not Having Enough Vitamin D Make My Rheumatoid Arthritis Worse?  By : In addition to the other health problems associated with vitamin D deficiency, there is another one. Not having enough vitamin D can make rheumatoid arthritis (and other inflammatory arthritis, possibly) symptoms worse. These findings were reported recently by researchers in the United Kingdom. In the July issue of Arthritis and Rheumatism, Dr. Sanjeev Patel of St. Helier University Hospital, Carsholton, and colleagues note that there is evidence that vitamin D and its met... Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs For Osteoarthritis: Villains Or Heroes?  By : Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. It has been estimated that more than 20 million Americans are afflicted with OA, and that number will rise to 40 million by the year 2020. In recent months there has been a contentious debate between cardiologists and rheumatologists regarding the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) for OA. Behind this disagreement is controversy that exists as to the safest and most effective way of treating OA, p... Who Else Wants Safe, Effective, Arthritis Pain Relief Without Shots, Without Surgery, And Without Narcotic Drugs?  By : What if there was a method for relieving pain that was safe, did not require injections, and also didn’t involve the use of harmful or addicting drugs? Sounds pretty good, doesn’t it? Well… there is such a method now. It’s called electroanalgesia. This type of medical treatment involves the use of computer modulated electronic signals to irritate, “tire out” and block the function of pain-carrying nerve fibers. The device delivers a high frequency signal to obtain pharm... My Hand Hurts… How Can I Tell If I Have Arthritis?  By : Hand pain is one of the most common afflictions seen in a rheumatologist’s office. The diagnosis is often difficult to make because there are so many conditions that can cause pain in the hand. Pain is a symptom- much like fever is- and it is not a diagnosis. Establishing the underlying cause of hand pain is important because some conditions that account for hand pain can lead to loss of normal function. Here are a few of the common causes: Arthritis at the base of t... Seven Insider Food Secrets That Help You Beat Arthritis... By An Arthritis Expert  By : The term “arthritis” is derived from the Greek… “arthron” meaning joint… and “it is” meaning inflammation. Most types of arthritis are associated with inflammation. Inflammation is a defense mechanism the body employs to fight infection, tumors, and other foreign invaders. The mediator of this inflammatory response is the immune system. Picture an army of warriors – the immune response- which is ready and eager to take on the task of protecting you against enemies. Inflamm... [1] [2] [3]

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