Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
Treatment
The treatment of rheumatoid arthritis involves medications and lifestyle changes.
General Guidelines for Drug Treatments
Many drugs are used for managing the pain and slowing the progression of rheumatoid arthritis, but none completely cure the disease. The goals of drug treatment for rheumatoid arthritis include:
- Reduce inflammation
- Prevent damage to the bones and ligaments of the joint
- Preserve movement
- Help the patient be as free from side effects as possible over the long term
Drug...
Read moreMore information on "Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment"
From Our Experts
What is the "Best" Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment?
I am often asked what treatment or combination of treatments should be used in rheumatoid arthritis. The honest answer is that there is,... Read more »
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment, Work Disability and Employability
The pain, fatigue and limited mobility associated with RA affect all parts of a persons' life, especially the ability to work productively.... Read more »
Factors that Influences Sucessful Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
Another study about the benefits of treating new rheumatoid arthritis patients with combination drug therapy was published this March in... Read more »
New Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Guidelines
The American College of Rheumatology recently issued new guidelines for rheumatologists to use in their patient treatment decisions about... Read more »
Update on Novel Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments
American College of Rheumatology (ACR) National Meeting, 2009: Update on Novel Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments A year ago I discussed... Read more »
From Our Sources
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention There is no way to prevent rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment The treatment of rheumatoid arthritis has improved dramatically in the past 50... Read more »
New Treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis
On May 20, 2006, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) ran a story about the drug choices available to people with RA. Reporter David Hamilton reviews the... Read more »
Rheumatoid arthritis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
RA; Arthritis - rheumatoidTreatmentRA usually requires lifelong treatment, including medications, physical therapy, exercise, education, and possibly... Read more »
5 Tips for Exercising with Lupus 
6 Facts on Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sex and Relationships 
Test Your Knowledge of Rheumatoid Arthritis Featuring Content From:
- About Us |
- Contact Us |
- Privacy Policy |
- Terms of Use |
- Security Policy |
- Advertising Policy |
- Advertise With Us
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2013 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
