It’s that time of year again. The air is chilly, we’re in the midst of the end of the year holidays — and an increase in virus cases is making headlines.
Viruses, including the flu and COVID, are a …
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Advancements in Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Helps Local Artist Overcome the Odds
Growing up, Ashley Scesny always walked with a limp, but doctors never seemed concerned. But by the time she was 13, her mom set out to get answers and they learned Ashley had juvenile arthritis, a chronic autoimmune disorder.
As …
All About Chronic Inflammation: What It Is and What You Can Do About It
Most people have heard of inflammation and know it can be a good thing when it comes to fighting off infection or injury.
Over time, however, chronic inflammation may negatively impact bones, muscles, joints and organs, leading to much more …
Tips to Prevent Gamer’s Thumb
Video games are a popular hobby for kids and adults alike – in fact, there are an estimated 177 million gamers in the United States alone. While you may not associate playing video games with musculoskeletal injuries, over time the …
Your Guide to Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare Ups
Courtesy SpineUniverse
Managing your rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an ongoing balancing act. Even people with well-controlled RA symptoms can be surprised by sudden flare ups.
SpineUniverse editorial board member and board certified physiatrist Dr. Ai Mukai says rheumatoid arthritis flare …
The Future of Rheumatoid Arthritis Management and Treatment
Rheumatoid arthritis treatment is constantly evolving, with researchers working to find new therapies to relieve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and slow the progression of the disease.
With the right treatment plan, many patients have controlled symptoms and no signs of active …
The Link Between Chronic Inflammation and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Texas Orthopedics Rheumatologist Dr. Robert Koval recently weighed in on the link between chronic inflammation and rheumatoid arthritis on WebMD.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes your immune system to attack the soft tissue that lines the …
Ways to Manage Arthritis Pain and Stiffness
More than 23 percent of adults in the U.S. have arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There is no cure for arthritis but many times the pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints caused by …
Weight Lifting and Arthritis
Weight Lifting and Arthritis
Strength-training when you suffer from arthritis may sound intimidating, but it can actually be a good way to ease pain and strengthen your joints.
Texas Orthopedics rheumatologist Dr. Joseph Martinez recently gave some insight on weight …
Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares May Be Predictable
Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares May Be Predictable
A recent study indicates that predicting and possibly proactively treating rheumatoid arthritis flares might be possible thanks to a type of cell that seems to accumulate in the bloodstream prior to a flare. The …
