All Inflammatory Arthritis Articles

Alcohol Slows Rheumatoid Arthritis Progression

A 2010 study published online in Arthritis & Rheumatism shows that alcohol consumption reduces your risk for developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and slows its progression if you do have the disease, but only if you drink moderately.

Alternative Treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Many people with rheumatoid arthritis find pain relief from complementary and alternative medicines (CAM). Acupuncture, herbal remedies, massage, relaxation therapy, and mind-body exercises like yoga and Pilates are popular options.

Anatomy of Ankylosing Spondylitis

A solid understanding of your spinal anatomy will help you understand how ankylosing spondylitis affects your spine. Learn about the different spinal regions where AS can cause inflammation and fused bones.

Anatomy of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

The joints in your body: that's what you have to know to understand the anatomy of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). Learn about the parts of joints, including how cartilage helps your bones move more easily (especially important to know for JRA).

Anatomy of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects joints, and it can be present in the spine. Learn about the different parts of the joints, especially about the facet joints in the spine. Also explains cartilage and the synovium, which are important in RA.

Ankylosing Spondylitis and Posture

When you have ankylosing spondylitis, you need to work on keeping a straight spine and good posture. The Spondylitis Association of America has easy daily exercises for you to help enhance your posture.

Ankylosing Spondylitis Animation

A video that explains how ankylosing spondylitis affects the sufferer. Simple and clear explanations of this condition.

Ankylosing Spondylitis Center

The Ankylosing Spondylitis Condition Center has everything patients need to know about this for of inflammatory arthritis: symptoms, treatments, and even suggested forms of exercise to bring pain relief.

Ankylosing Spondylitis: A Type of Spinal Inflammatory Arthritis

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is characterized by joint pain and progressive stiffness in the spine. It is a chronic inflammatory spinal disease.

Ankylosing Spondylitis: Description and Diagnosis

Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease characterized by pain and progressive stiffness. It is part of a group of rheumatic diseases that share the human antigen HLA-B27.

Ankylosing Spondylitis: Treatment and Recovery

Treatment for ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is aimed at relieving the patient's symptoms and preventing spinal deformity. Non-surgical treatment includes medication, physical therapy, and bracing; seldom is surgery required.

Arthritis - Osteoarthritis - Rheumatoid Arthritis - Ankylosing Spondylitis - Spinal Stenosis

Most spinal disorders are known to result from soft tissue injury, structural injury, and degenerative, or congenital conditions.

Bextra Label Updated with Boxed Warning Concerning Severe Skin Reactions and Warning Regarding Cardiovascular Risk

Important information from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on the side effects associated with the use of Bextra.

Blood Test May Predict Rheumatoid Arthritis

A study found that spiked levels of proteins in the blood, known as cytokines, may predict rheumatoid arthritis. The researchers used a blood test and found that patients with RA have high levels of proteins that can be measured years in advance.

Bromelain

Bromelain is a digestive enzyme that is known as a digestive aid and for its anti-inflammatory effects in traumatic injuries and after surgery.