Arthritis Blog

Pain is a complex perception that differs greatly among individual patients. It's widely believed that pain affects men and women differently. Pain is the number one complaint of older Americans. ... Read More

Having arthritis can impact a person's sexuality and intimacy. There are a variety of problems and difficulties which may arise due to the physical and psychological changes caused by ... Read More

Fibromyalgia syndrome is an arthritis-related condition characterized by widespread or generalized muscular pain and tenderness. Fibromyalgia does not cause inflammation or damage to the joints, muscles, or other tissues. Therefore, ... Read More

Physical aspects of arthritis are manifested in pain and other symptoms. The gamut of emotions which coincides with the physical problems are equally important. As it becomes necessary to find ... Read More

Osteoporosis is a disease that can cause bone fractures due to brittle or weak bones. As opposed to osteoarthritis where there can be too much bone, patients with osteoporosis have ... Read More

Investigational arthritis drug Arcoxia (etoricoxib) has not been recommended for approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). According to Merck, the maker of Arcoxia, the FDA issued a ... Read More

An estimated $10 billion is spent yearly on unproven arthritis remedies. One in 10 people who have tried unproven arthritis remedies report harmful side effects, according to a U.S. Department ... Read More

Blood tests can help diagnose arthritis, monitor treatments, and track disease activity. Blood test results are usually not definitive when considered alone. Laboratory blood tests can be valuable diagnostic ... Read More

Everyone knows oral health is important. For many arthritis patients, it's hard to take proper care of teeth because of limitations which interfere with brushing, flossing, and dental visits. Despite ... Read More

Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus can cause widespread symptoms and have systemic effects affecting multiple organs. There are specific symptoms, distinguishing characteristics, as well as overlapping symptoms associated with ... Read More

People with severe carpal tunnel syndrome can get relief for 30 days or more from a single corticosteroid injection in the wrist when compared to a single systemic injection. An ... Read More

Chondroitin, a dietary supplement used as a treatment for arthritis and often sold in combination with another supplement glucosamine, is no more effective than placebo at relieving pain associated with ... Read More

Arthritis patients face problems which require them to make adaptations. Personality psychologists have contributed information on the relationship between basic personality disposition and forms of adaptation. "Coping is ... Read More

Nerve cells communicate with one another through neurotransmitters. Substance P is one such neurotransmitter. Evidence about the role of Substance P has been evolving since it was first discovered around ... Read More

In an effort to improve lives and find a cure for arthritis, the number one cause of disability in America, the Arthritis Foundation is hosting Arthritis Walk events nationwide. ... Read More

Some dietary supplements may not relieve arthritis pain effectively and the reason may surprise you. In an analysis of ingredients in 20 joint supplements for people and pets, 40 ... Read More

Arcoxia (etoricoxib) was not recommended for approval today by the FDA Arthritis Advisory Committee. According to MSNBC, the committee voted 20-1 against arthritis drug Arcoxia, a COX-2 inhibitor which ... Read More

Pregnancy advice is important for women with arthritis and other rheumatic diseases who worry about becoming pregnant. It is recommended that all women with arthritis be counseled by a ... Read More

Two of the most common types of arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. There are specific symptoms and distinguishing characteristics which determine the diagnosis and course of treatment. Rheumatoid arthritis ... Read More

Gouty arthritis is characterized by sudden onset of severe pain, tenderness, warmth, redness, and swelling from inflammation of the affected joint. Gout usually affects a single joint and most often ... Read More

Arthritis patients who also have conditions related to the heart may be taking a combination of medications that increase the cardiovascular risk even more. Researchers from Mount Sinai School of ... Read More

A person living with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions must have a good relationship with their doctor. It's imperative because their doctor will be a significant person in their life ... Read More

Arthritis and other rheumatic conditions are the leading cause of disability in the United States, including physical limitations which affect ability to work. An estimated 6.9 million people have arthritis-attributable ... Read More

Prednisone (one of the corticosteroids) is a medication used to treat inflammatory types of arthritis and other conditions. Prednisone must be taken according to directions. Prednisone safety decreases the ... Read More

Increasing physical activity, even by small amounts, could delay the onset of arthritis symptoms in older women. Australian researchers studied more than 8,700 women over a three-year period. ... Read More

Many changes occur in the life of someone who must live 24 hours a day / 7 days a week with a chronic condition such as arthritis. ... Read More

Arthritis is not just an older person’s disease. Nearly two-thirds of people with arthritis are younger than age 65. Over 1 in 5 American adults (21.6 percent) report doctor-diagnosed arthritis, ... Read More