An experimental pill may help to reduce pain and swelling and improve physical function in people with rheumatoid arthritis, according to findings from a late-stage study of more than 600 patients.......[Read More]

Red, burning, swollen and so stiff that it's sometimes hard to move... that's what those who suffer from arthritis experience almost every single day. 1 of 5 Americans are living like this on a daily basis. Many of them have given up on finding an arthritis pain treatment that works. Here ......[Read More]

Fight joint stiffness and keep moving with stretching and joint-safe, arthritis-friendly exercises. WebMD explains how.......[Read More]

One of the oldest forms of medical treatment for rheumatic diseases such as arthritis and joint pain is hydrotherapy. With the advent of hot tubs, warm hydrotherapy has proven to bring effective relief for those suffering from arthritis and other joint related illnesses ......[Read More]

Is an ultrasound assessment useful in the diagnosis of inflammatory and structural pathologies in psoriatic arthritis?......[Read More]

The so-called "Mediterranean diet," already believed to help prevent heart disease and some forms of cancer, may also reduce the pain and swelling of joints stricken with rheumatoid arthritis -- although relief may not begin for at least six weeks.......[Read More]

Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of osteoarthritis treatment including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.......[Read More]

Two arthritis drugs are as effective as traditional medicines but are less likely to cause ulcers, according to a pair of studies in the Journal of the American Medical Association. But an accompanying editorial suggests that for many people, the new drugs may not be worth the cost.......[Read More]

A new device is showing promise for detecting arthritis in the hands before joint destruction occurs.......[Read More]

Arthritis is the word used to describe inflammation of the joints. It is often described as an auto-immune disease as it relates to the system within the body which produces antibodies.......[Read More]

Infrared heat is known to help people who suffer with Rheumatoid Arthritis.Infrared heat's natural deep healing effects show results without the use of medication and surgery. Use the computer with greater ease and relaxation with USB hand warmers producing infrared heat.Plug in when computing,......[Read More]

Joint pain can make you feel vulnerable and it can affect your working capabilities. Many men and women in the age beyond 45 years suffer from joint pain which can happen due to infections to the joints, osteoarthritis, and arthritis or due to injuries to the joints.......[Read More]

When searching for home remedies for gout don't forget about treating your gout with Epsom salts. Although perhaps not as well-known as some other home remedies, many people seem to have had good experiences with these salts.......[Read More]

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, painful disease. It causes deterioration of the joints, and, because it is also an autoimmune disease that compromises the immune system, it can also harm organs in the body. The complexity of rheumatoid arthritis indicates a variety of medications that are used (o......[Read More]

An arthrogram is a test using X-ray and a contrast material (such as a dye, water, air, or a combination of these) to take pictures of a joint.......[Read More]

Learn more from WebMD about biologics (biological drugs) that treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA).......[Read More]

A middle-aged man who tested positive for rheumatoid factor (RF) suddenly developed gangrene on the medial aspect of his right ring finger.......[Read More]

Caroline Myss, author of "Why People Don't Heal and How They Can" has suggested lupus is caused by a spiritual disorder.......[Read More]

Excesses, especially when it comes to the human body and making sure it is healthy, are always bad. Our bodies function in such a way that everything we ingest has an effect. Whether it's positive or not depends on the food we intake. The food we ingest are broken down and we use them for energ......[Read More]

Acupuncture can reduce pain and improve movement among patients with osteoarthritis of the knee when used with other treatments.......[Read More]