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Patient Education
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Lifestyle Modifications for Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Exercise, stress management, and open communication with your rheumatologist can help you live a healthy, normal life with RA. In our final video of this series, Vicky Ruffing, RN-BC, talks […]
Navigating Winter Weather: 5 Tips for Arthritis Patients
Cold weather can be difficult for those living with a rheumatic disease. Flares, falls, and pain may happen. Here are 5 tips to help you avoid these challenging symptoms: 1. […]
Risks and Benefits of Biologic Medications
Vicky Ruffing, RN, shares some useful information on risks and benefits of using biologic medications.
Corticosteroids – The Good
There are many benefits to taking corticosteroids for arthritis pain, and they can be prescribed in administered in several ways: oral, intravenous (IV), topical, inhaled, or injection. In this video, Dr. Rebecca Manno explains what corticosteroids are, how they’re prescribed, and the benefits of taking them.
Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) Overview
Inclusion body myositis is an inflammatory disease that affects the muscles. It affects more men than women, which makes it different than most other inflammatory diseases that affect mainly women. We are still learning about IBM and what causes it. In this video, Dr. Lisa Christopher-Stine, the Director of the Myositis Center, discusses the symptoms and problems many patients with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) face.
Useful Tips for Injectable Biologic Medications
Vicky Ruffing, RN shares some useful tips for using biologic medications.
Corticosteroids – The Bad
While corticosteroids 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 any negative effects that you may experience. In this video, Dr. Rebecca Manno explains what to look out for while taking corticosteroids.