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Common Painkillers Like Ibuprofen May Worsen Joint Inflammation
Millions of people who take widely prescribed anti-inflammatory drugs like naproxen and ibuprofen to ease joint pain may unintentionally increase swelling and discomfort in their knees over time, a new study suggests.
By Lisa RapaportNovember 22, 20228 Ways to Ease and Relieve Travel-Related Joint Pain
Patient advocate with rheumatoid arthritis shares secrets to minimizing joint pain when traveling via plane, car, train. Make it joint-friendly travel.
By Cheryl CrowAugust 31, 20228 Arthritis Blogs We Can’t Stop Reading
Arthritis is a life-altering condition, but the community is strong and full of helpful resources. Check out our favorite blogs to help you stay positive.
By Jennifer Acosta ScottJuly 07, 2022Remote Fitness Classes Can Improve Pain, Joint Stiffness, and Fatigue in People With Certain Conditions, Data Suggests
People with painful conditions who tried remote exercise saw improvements in joint pain, stiffness, and fatigue. Learn why the classes work and how to find them.
By Beth LevineNovember 02, 2021Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week: October 17–23, 2021
Hidden disease or invisible illness describe health conditions with unnoticeable signs or symptoms that come and go. Learn more about October’s Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week and reasons for the movement.
By Cathy CassataOctober 27, 2021Celebrate World Arthritis Day on October 12
On World Arthritis Day (WAD), the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) draws attention to different types of arthritis. Celebrate on October 12!
By Cathy CassataOctober 11, 2021New Safety Warnings on JAK Inhibitors, Used to Treat Arthritis and Other Inflammatory Conditions
Some drugs used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis need new safety warnings, says the FDA. Learn about JAK inhibitors.
By Becky UphamSeptember 16, 2021Activist Fights for Spondyloarthritis Awareness Month
Arthritis advocate Charis Hill has enlisted California Congresswoman Doris Matsui in designating May as Spondyloarthritis Awareness Month.
By Beth LevineApril 09, 2021Spondyloarthritis: An Overview
Spondyloarthritis is an umbrella term that covers a number of inflammatory diseases that affect the joints in the spine and elsewhere in the body.
By Quinn PhillipsMay 06, 2020Photo Gallery: 7 Fall Prevention Exercises for People With Arthritis
Thirty million older adults fall each year, and arthritis is a contributing risk factor. Protect yourself by learning about the easy exercises that help keep you on your feet and avoid injury.
By Beth W. OrensteinMarch 26, 2020Arthritis Pain Gel Gets the Greenlight for Over-the-Counter Sale
A topical drug used to treat osteoarthritis pain can be sold without a prescription, the FDA says. Voltaren Arthritis Pain (diclofenac gel) was approved through a process called Rx-to-OTC switch
By Don RaufFebruary 26, 2020Should You Take CBD for Arthritis Pain? A New Guide Aims to Help You Decide
The Arthritis Foundation has issued new guidance on CBD use for individuals with arthritis. It urges caution when buying and using CBD products and warns consumers to be aware of potential drug interactions with a range of commonly used medications.
By Meryl Davids LandauSeptember 26, 2019Anklyosing Spondylitis, Nonradiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis: Treatment Guidelines Released
Experts issued an update for ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and nonradiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) management, which includes recommendations on imaging, medication, and more.
By Don RaufAugust 29, 2019Can Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey Ease Arthritis?
Samantha has been a legal secretary for over 40 years. Those years of typing took a toll, and she was recently diagnosed with arthritis in her fingers. Not...
November 14, 2017How to Help Your Aching Hands
When ordinary movements – opening a jar, lifting a baby or texting – cause pain, life becomes difficult. Find out why your digits are aching, plus solutions to...
November 14, 20179 Natural Arthritis Remedies
Natural remedies, like aloe vera and licorice, can help relieve some arthritis pain symptoms. Try these 9 all-natural remedies today.
By Beth W. OrensteinFebruary 26, 20166 Diet Tricks for Arthritis Relief
If you have arthritis, what you eat (or avoid) may help you feel better. We asked arthritis patients and experts to share diet tips that may ease arthritis symptoms.
By Kathleen DohenyFebruary 26, 20166 Best Foods for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Ease the pain and numbness that accompany this painful condition by adding the right fruits, vegetables, spices, and more to your diet.
By Rosemary BlackFebruary 09, 201613 Arthritis Pain Relief Tips for Winter Weather
If your arthritis feels worse when the weather is rainy and cold, you're not alone. Learn how to survive frigid winter weather with 13 joint pain relief tips.
By Madeline R. Vann, MPHNovember 19, 2015