Doctors once thought diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH), also known as “Forestier’s Disease”, didn’t cause symptoms for most people, so it wasn’t discussed much. But Simon Helfgott, MD, a ...

When arthritis pain in the wrist isn’t controlled by more conservative measures, it might be time to consider surgery. Orthopedic surgeons generally recommend one of three types of surgery for wrist ...

The Arthritis Foundation awards the 2025 fellowships to support innovative approaches in training future rheumatologists to meet evolving needs in rheumatology across the U.S. The Arthritis Foundation ...

Protect your health with the right immunizations when you’re immune-compromised during the pandemic. Keeping up with your vaccinations is always a smart move when you have an autoimmune disease like ...

Exciting news in Texas! On May 23, Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 680 into law, limiting the use of step therapy. Texas now joins a growing number of states that have enacted laws that ...

Your knees are crucial joints, each held together by a durable but vulnerable network of stabilizing ligaments, tendons, cartilage and bones. Knee ligaments have the especially tough job of keeping ...

People living with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have a new drug option. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved anifrolumab (Saphnelo) in early August — the first new drug approved for ...

Learn why medications may not always work in treating osteoarthritis pain and what to do.

Chest and arms tight? Get a great stretch and improve posture with this chest-and-arm stretch exercise. Stretch slowly, just until you feel a gentle stretch in your muscles. Gradually increase the ...

Joint soreness can have several possible causes in children, including injuries and overuse from sports and other activities. But if your child’s joints have been swollen, stiff and sore for a few ...

Infectious disease and vaccine expert, Robert L. Murphy, MD, breaks down the severe risks of COVID-19 vaccines for people with arthritis and how to evaluate the true risk for yourself.

Short of breath or have a cough that won’t quit? It could be COVID-19 or a nasty cold or flu virus. Or the problem could be related to your rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Although RA attacks the joints, ...