Arthritis Blog

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful progressive condition that occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. The ... Read More

Prialt (ziconotide) dosage, side effects, drug interactions, and warnings. Prialt (ziconotide intrathecal infusion) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the management of severe chronic pain ... Read More

Tired, sore, aching feet! We've all experienced that feeling. Foot supports, insoles, and cushions can offer additional support and provide some comfort for people with foot problems or medical conditions ... Read More

With nearly every move you make - you bend your elbow. If you have arthritis of the elbow - you need support. Elbow supports can lessen pain, protect the ... Read More

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The FDA today released a Public Health Advisory which summarizes their recent recommendations concerning the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug products (NSAIDs), including those known as COX-2 inhibitors. Read ... Read More

Housework is more than a chore for people with arthritis. Considering range-of-motion limitations, pain, and fatigue, finding an easier way to get the job done is necessary. There are several ... Read More

The recent news about Vioxx, Celebrex, and naproxen has created a lot of confusion among arthritis patients who take or have taken these drugs. An editorial from the Mayo ... Read More

After the NIH (National Institutes Of Health) halted a clinical trial involving non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in patients at risk of developing Alzheimer's Disease, the FDA is offering the following advice ... Read More

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Remicade to treat the signs and symptoms of active ankylosing spondylitis, a progressive inflammatory condition of the spine which can result in ... Read More

According to published results from a landmark study funded by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) and the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases ... Read More

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced that research investigators suspended the use of two drugs, naproxen (220 mg twice a day) and celecoxib (200 mg twice a day), in ... Read More

The FDA and Pfizer announced today that the National Cancer Institute has halted an ongoing clinical trial of Celebrex which was investigating use to prevent colon polyps (Adenoma Prevention with ... Read More

Back pain is a very common condition. Four out of 5 people will actually experience low back pain sometime in their life. How much do you know about ... Read More

A survey was used to assess the current status of rheumatoid arthritis patients with regard to the affect of recent medical advances on their lifestyle. The telephone survey was ... Read More

Many people look to Consumer Reports when deciding what's the best digital camera, vacuum cleaner, TV, or car to buy. Now, Consumer Reports is launching Best Buy Drugs. ... Read More

Do you have cold hands or toes? Raynaud's phenomenon is an arthritis-related condition which occurs when blood vessels constrict. The fingers and toes are most commonly affected by Raynaud's. ... Read More

Working in the kitchen can be cumbersome for someone with arthritis, adding stress to arthritic joints. Arthritis-friendly kitchen gadgets and tools can make many tasks easier and eliminate the strain. ... Read More

According to the FDA, a "boxed" warning, strengthening previous warnings about the risk of life-threatening skin reactions and a new bolded warning contraindicating the use of Bextra in patients undergoing ... Read More

Results from an independent study reported in the Annals of Internal Medicine indicate that people taking Vioxx are three times more likely to have a heart attack than people taking ... Read More

BBCNEWS reports that eating a large amount of red meat has been linked to an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. Study results show people who ate meat every ... Read More

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is an autoimmune disorder in which the body makes antibodies to its own phospholipids or plasma proteins. Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) can occur in individuals without any associated ... Read More

"Arthritis Without Pain - The Miracle Of TNF Blockers" focuses on what is without question the biggest story in the arthritis world in decades - how lives have been renewed ... Read More