Exercise is now considered an essential part of any arthritis treatment plan and the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), Arthritis Foundation, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and ...

For decades, X-rays were used to help detect rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and monitor for worsening bone damage. In the early stages of RA, however, X-rays may appear normal although the disease is ...

Turmeric has moved to the top of the healthy food chain. The 4,000-year-old staple of Southeast Asian cooking is showing up everywhere, including ballpark snacks and Starbucks lattes. It’s easy to ...

Hundreds of thousands of kids and teens in the United States live with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) or other pediatric rheumatic diseases. These autoimmune diseases affect not only joints but ...

Understanding juvenile arthritis and other childhood rheumatic diseases can be difficult, but the Arthritis Foundation JA Power Pack can help A diagnosis of juvenile arthritis and other childhood ...

Learn about 5 procedures used to treat joint damage and pain caused by thumb arthritis. Most activities that involve grasping or pinching are possible because of the thumb’s remarkable range of motion ...

All mind-body practices aim for the same goal: the cultivation of mindfulness, which experts often define as “paying attention on purpose.” As the term “mind-body” suggests, the pay-off of this ...

Get tips on how to pick a comfy pillow. Question: Can you recommend an appropriate pillow for neck pain? A few months ago I lost my balance while on a ladder. I didn't fall, but I jerked my neck with ...

These oils can help you fight inflammation and give you a boost of healthy fats. When certain oils are part of a diet that emphasizes vegetables, fruits, whole grains and lean proteins, they can help ...

The joint is surrounded by soft tissue called the synovial membrane, which produces a fluid that acts like oil in an engine, allowing your bones to move past one another more smoothly. Physical ...

NSAIDs may increase your risk of stroke and heart disease. Here's what you should know. Evidence has emerged in recent years indicating that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) increase the ...

Now that the holiday feasts are over and the New Year is here, it’s a good time to take stock of your diet and embrace healthy changes — especially if you have gout. Gout is a common form of ...