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Every day at Arthritis & Osteoporosis Treatment Center, we see patients who experience symptoms of chronic pain, joint stiffness, fatigue,…
Every day at Arthritis & Osteoporosis Treatment Center, we see patients who experience symptoms of chronic pain, joint stiffness, fatigue,…
Arthritis and Osteoporosis Treatment Center of Orange Park is a leading care center for those with arthritis, rheumatologic diseases, systemic…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 24 percent of all U.S. adults have arthritis. It is…
For many patients who live with the daily struggles of psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis is yet another condition that can cause pain and hardship. However, the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis are manageable in many cases with the help of an experienced medical professional.
Every so often, you should take time to review the steps you are currently taking to protect your bones and joints and determine if you should seek treatment from a medical professional.
September 2017 is the second annual Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month in the United States. The purpose is to help spread awareness of the more than 100 different types of rheumatic diseases that people suffer with everyday, rheumatoid arthritis being among the most common.
Myositis, in general terms, refers to a condition that causes severe muscle inflammation. There are many different types of myositis, which are categorized based on the part of the body they affect and the specific symptoms.
Gout is a relatively common form of arthritis that occurs when excess uric acid is produced and becomes crystallized inside body’s joints. Gout typically occurs in stages, starting with an increase in blood uric levels followed by a “gout attack,” which can result in pain that can last for more than a week. In those with chronic gout, attacks can be very frequent and permanent joint damage can occur.
If you live with arthritis, then you understand all too well the daily aches and pains that unfortunately become a part of your everyday life. While there are medications, injections, and other treatments available to help alleviate pain caused by arthritis, it’s also important to focus on your diet and lifestyle choices, as these can have a major impact on your pain.
Have you been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis? If so, then there’s a good chance your doctor or rheumatologist has put you on medication in an attempt to treat and manage your symptoms. Unfortunately, not everybody responds well to traditional arthritis treatment (such as TNF inhibitors).