Arthritis is a condition that affects the joints. It’s caused by wear and tear on bones and other joint tissues. There are many different types of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia and gout. There are several factors that contribute to the development of arthritis. For example, certain diseases, such as lupus, can cause arthritis. Some Continue Reading…
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the joints. It usually affects the small joints in hands and feet but can spread throughout the body. There are many types of RA, including classic, juvenile, seronegative and systemic. In this guide, we will focus on classic, or traditional RA. Classic RA is caused by an Continue Reading…
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects your joints, causing swelling and inflammation. It’s an inflammatory disease of the synovium—the tissue that lines your joints. The main symptom is pain and stiffness in your joints. Other symptoms may include fever, fatigue, sore throat, low backache, swollen hands/feet, and redness in your eyes. In Continue Reading…
Psoriatic arthritis is a type of autoimmune disorder. It happens when your immune system mistakes healthy tissue cells in your body for foreign invaders and begins attacking them. As a result, you can develop painful inflammation and damage to joints throughout your body. When you get psoriatic arthritis, you may experience pain, stiffness, swelling, and Continue Reading…
What is a good question to ask yourself when it comes to your health and fitness? Should I be doing something right now? Can this pose any risks for me? And so on. Well, the same goes for your physical health. If you are experiencing chronic pain in your lower back region (LBP), you might Continue Reading…
Arthritis has a devastating effect on more than 50 million Americans this makes it one of most common conditions that plague the country. There isn’t any cure for arthritis however there are several treatment options available to reduce its symptoms. Treatment options include drugs along with physical therapy and surgery. What’s arthritis and what are Continue Reading…
Federal reports show that the number of Americans suffering from arthritis is on the rise. The leading cause of disability in America, arthritis, costs the country $65 billion annually in lost productivity and medical care. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Control), arthritis has increased in number by 750,000 per year since 1990. Worse, Continue Reading…
