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TheArthritisConnection is a unique resource for anyone impacted by arthritis. Patients and caregivers benefit from a blend of expert-authored news and educational programming alongside a robust social network, providing insight into symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment and the support of other individuals affected by arthritis. TheArthritisCommunity offers users clinically-reviewed information and the perspective of their peers in a safe, objective space, helping to ensure they become empowered in their healthcare journey.
Ankylosing Spondylitis News
Citrate Free Humira Now Available
Citrate has been removed, the needle size has been reduced, and the overall amount of fluid injected has been decreased.
Ask The Expert About Ankylosing Spondylitis
Dr. Borenstein M.D. Past President of ACR and Back Pain Expert recently answered questions on ankylosing spondylitis
Treatment & Management of Ankylosing Spondylitis
Advances in our understanding of AS have led to earlier and more aggressive treatment of this condition.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Ankylosing Spondylitis
Individuals with Crohn's or Ulcerative Colitis and back pain have increased risk of Ankylosing Spondylitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis News
Maintain or Taper Biologic Therapies
The Effect on Risk of Serious Infection and Adverse Events in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Spondyloarthritis Patients
COVID-19-Related Mortality in Rheumatic Disease
Who With RA is at Increased Risk From COVID-19?
Dietary Supplements: Marketing and Reality
Understand the role of dietary supplements; how they are regulated and their claims evaluated.
Inform Engage Empower; How to Get the Most From Your Rheumatologist Appointment
Understand the content and flow of a typical appointment with your rheumatologist to ensure you get good efficient care.
Osteoarthritis News
Treatment of Osteoarthritis
A comprehensive overview of treatment options for osteoarthritis.
Stay Supple - Stretching Improves your Flexibility for Optimal Health as You Age
Joan Pagano Former trainer to Jacqueline Onassis and Caroline Kennedy Outlines a Routine to Maintain Maximal Flexability
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis - Understand the Difference
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis a fundamentally different types of arthritis with very different treatments.
Psoriatic Arthritis News
IL-23 inhibitor Tremfya effective for treatment of psoriatic arthritis
IL-23 inhibitor Tremfya effective for treatment of psoriatic arthritis
Solutions to Problem Itching
Itching can be relieved by the easily available Z and Z OTC medication combination.
Individuals With Psoriasis Have Increased Cancer Risk
Research suggests that individuals with psoriasis are at increased cancer risk and this may be associated with treatment
theRAConnection Survey Results Suggest Patients Don’t Discuss Treat to Target
theRAConnection Survey Results Suggest Majority of Patients Don’t Discuss Treat to Target Goals With Their Physician
Systemic Lupus News
Management & Treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Understand the treatment and managment of SLE, "flares" and complications.
Autoimmune Disease: A Women’s Health Issue
Doctors from Johns Hopkins and Cleveland Clinc explain Autoimmune Diseases and why they are a woman's health issue.
The Role & Importance of Nutrition In SLE, RA, AS, PsA and Chronic Inflammation
Nutrition recommendations for managing chronic inflammatory conditions. Answers to FAQ's from Dr Manno of Johns Hopkins.
Medications - Sun Photosensitivity & Autoimmune Disease in the COVID era
Medications for inflammatory conditions may make your skin susceptible to sun damage - heres what you need to know!