Nurse Victoria Ruffing reviews possible side effects of taking the medication Methotrexate, a drug commonly used for treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
Side Effects of Methotrexate
Rheumatoid Arthritis
How is Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosed?
Sitting down and listening to a patient’s story is the first step in diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis. While swollen joints are a large indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis, there are many […]
Won’t Lifting Weights Make Me Big, Bulky and Fat?
Dr. Rebecca Manno talks to us about the long-term benefits of gaining muscle and strength.
How to Inject Enbrel
Watch as Nurse Victoria Ruffing teaches us how to inject the biologic Enbrel.
Yoga for Arthritis
Practicing yoga just two or three times a week can improve pain, physical fitness, and mood. Sometimes people living with arthritis can feel intimidated from approaching a yoga practice. In this video we’ll show you a few ways that you can modify a yoga practice to make it more accessible, safer, and more comfortable for those with arthritis. We’ll discuss safe ways to get up and down from the floor, ways to adjust the poses for both wrists and knees, and yoga poses that you can do seated in a chair.
Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis
While there’s no cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis yet, there are many preventative medications. They range from oral pills to injections that can be done at home or by a doctor, […]
Is Aerobic Exercise the Best Overall Exercise for Arthritis?
Dr. Rebecca Manno explains how it’s not all about sticking to a particular exercise when you have RA; it’s about finding what exercise is right for you.
How to Inject Cimzia
Watch as Nurse Victoria Ruffing teaches us how to inject the biologic Cimzia.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Overview
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that not only affects the joints, but the whole immune system. Many patients who have Rheumatoid Arthritis also experience fatigue, dry eyes and mouth, shortness of breath, and skin problems. The good news is, with the advancement of Rheumatoid Arthritis treatments, many patients can live a healthy, normal life. In this episode, Dr. Uzma Haque, a physician at the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center, explains the effects of Rheumatoid Arthritis, and the misconceptions many have about it.
Side Effects of Rheumatoid Arthritis Medication
While medications that treat RA are a great tool for decreasing inflammation and allergic reactions, some patients may experience side effects. It is important to communicate with your doctor about […]
My Doctor Told Me to Lose Weight but I can’t Exercise Because My Knees Hurt, What Can I Do?
Dr. Rebecca Manno defines the importance of nutrition and exercise in RA patients and how you can incorporate them both into your lifestyle.
How to Inject Actemra
Watch as Nurse Victoria Ruffing teaches us how to inject the biologic Actemra.