Last week we went over the rheumatism basics. We told you the main treatment goals with rheumatoid arthritis are to control inflammation which will ease pain and ultimately reduce disability linked to RA. However, despite aggressive guidelines, one particular demographic is still undermedicated and undertreated. The elderly. A new study suggests that doctors are not…
Read More
If you thought rheumatism and arthritis were the same thing, you’re in good company! Millions of people aren’t aware that there IS a difference let alone what it could be. But we hate ignorance around here! Let’s clear this up. Rheumatism: What is it? Who has it? And, how is it treated? First, it’s important…
Read More
“Two studies, presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting in San Francisco, show a person’s diet can significantly affect his or her chance of developing rheumatoid arthritis.” According to the article, “The first study found that typical Western diets high in red meat, processed meat, refined grains, fried food, high-fat dairy,…
Read More
New research says, “Being overweight or obese can reduce the likelihood of achieving sustained remission of early rheumatoid arthritis, according to new research findings presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting in San Francisco.” The article goes on to say that, “The researchers found that overall, while nearly half (48 percent)…
Read More