Why 70% of People with Rheumatic Diseases Aren’t Meeting Exercise Goals—And Why It Matters

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Living with inflammatory rheumatic diseases (IRDs), like rheumatoid arthritis, often means battling fatigue, joint pain, and stiffness on a daily basis. But did you know that regular physical activity... ...more

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Can Telehealth and Training Enhance Treat-to-Target Strategies for Rheumatoid Arthritis?

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Managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often requires a careful balance of medication, monitoring, and treatment adjustments. A proven strategy, known as "treat-to-target," focuses on setting specific goa... ...more

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New Discovery in Immune Cell Regulation: What It Means for Arthritis and Inflammation

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A recent discovery from the University of Exeter’s MRC Centre for Medical Mycology has the potential to revolutionize how we treat inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and even seve... ...more

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As the U.S. population continues to age, chronic pain is becoming an increasingly significant issue, particularly among older adults. Studies estimate that 20.4% of older adults experience chronic pai... ...more

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Rethinking Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain: Unveiling the Mystery of Peripheral Nociplastic Pain

Rethinking Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain: Unveiling the Mystery of Peripheral Nociplastic Pain

When we think about rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the first thing that comes to mind is inflammation. But a recent study has challenged this traditional view, revealing that less than half (46%) of RA pa... ...more

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Promoting Interventions That Reduce Arthritis Pain

American Arthritis Foundation recognizes several proven approaches to reduce arthritis symptoms:

  • Be active. Physical activity—such as walking, bicycling, and swimming—decreases arthritis pain and improves function, mood, and quality of life. Adults with arthritis should move more and sit less throughout the day. Getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity each week is recommended.

  • Protect your joints. People can help prevent osteoarthritis by avoiding activities that are more likely to cause joint injuries.

  • Talk with a doctor. Recommendations from health care providers can motivate people to be physically active and join a self-management education program. Should your arthritis be interfering with your activities of daily living you may be a candidate to receive many new treatments, and learn how to reverse the arthritis condition.

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