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How to Treat Polymyalgia

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Polymyalgia is an inflammatory condition that causes severe discomfort in the muscles and joints. The symptoms of polymyalgia, also known as polymyalgia rheumatica, can last anywhere from a few weeks to several years. If you have this disorder, ... more »

How to Treat Psoriatic Arthritis

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Psoriatic arthritis is a condition that carries the same symptoms of both arthritis and psoriasis. A patient with psoriatic arthritis usually develops psoriasis first then begins to experience pain and stiffness in their joints. After receiving a ... more »

How to Treat Reiter's Syndrome

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Reiter's syndrome is a chronic form of arthritis that affects numerous areas of the body besides the joints. When you have Reiter's syndrome, you experience symptoms such as conjunctivitis, urinary tract inflammation and sores on the body. If ... more »

How to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that affects the linings of the joints. This means that the immune system has mistakenly recognized the joint linings as foreign invaders. As a result, the immune system attacks the joint linings and ... more »

How to Use Alternative Medicine to Treat Arthritis

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Arthritis refers to the swelling of muscles and joints, a condition that's often accompanied by pain, stiffness and swelling. There are several different types of arthritis, each with its own underlying cause and respective conventional medicine ... more »

How to Use Arava to Treat Arthritis

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Arava is one of the newer arthritis drugs on the market and is used mainly to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Classified as a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD), Arava is extremely potent stuff. It works by suppressing the immune system, ... more »

How to Use Assistive Devices to Help Live With Arthritis

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Assistive devices are designed to help you live a fuller life with arthritis. While you may have turn to specialty stores for some assistive devices, more and more mainstream products are available featuring designs which make it easier for a ... more »

How to Use Biologics to Treat Arthritis

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Biologics first came on the scene in arthritis treatment in 1998, with the introduction of Enbrel. The next year, Remicade was approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Finally, Humira came onto the market in the early part of ... more »

How to Use Celebrex to Treat Arthritis

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Celebrex is a popular non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Part of the Cox 2 inhibitor class of medications, Celebrex is used to treat a variety of painful conditions, from arthritis to menstrual cramps. Celebrex has often been referred ... more »

How to Use Copper Energy

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Copper takes its name from the island of Cyprus, the birthplace of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and creativity. Copper eases any overactive situation, whether emotional or physical... more »

How to Use Enbrel to Treat Arthritis

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Approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1998, Enbrel was the first biologic drug to be used to treat arthritis. It is a powerful drug and highly effective in most arthritis patients. The use of Enbrel to treat arthritis can slow or ... more »

How to Use Exercise to Relieve Arthritis Symptoms

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If you suffer from arthritis, you know how debilitating the symptoms can be. Is there an easy way to relieve some of the pain and stiffness? You may want to consider the power of exercise to relieve your arthritis symptoms. Exercise has been ... more »

How to Use Holistic Medicine to Treat Arthritis

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Arthritis is a chronic condition that affects joints, tendons and ligaments by causing inflammation. Symptoms of arthritis include mild aches, flu-like symptoms and crippling aches. In extreme cases, arthritis can affect organs and deterioration ... more »

How to Use Injections to Treat Arthritis

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Corticosteroid injections can offer significant relief to swollen, inflamed joints. Rather than taking medications orally and hoping the right amounts reach the affected joint, an injection puts the medicine directly where the problem lies. ... more »

How to Use Magnetic Therapy to Relieve Arthritis Pain

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Magnetic therapy is believed by many to be a natural alternative treatment for various conditions and ailments. Believers swear that the application of magnets to various parts of the body can aid in healing and pain relief, without the necessity ... more »

How to Use Meditation to Manage Fibromyalgia Pain

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Fibromyalgia is a medical condition that causes wide spread pain. Symptoms can vary from mild to severely debilitating. Some people with fibromyalgia also experience disruptions in sleep leading to overall fatigue. While meditation can not fully ... more »

How to Use Methotrexate to Treat Arthritis

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Methotrexate is a powerful remittive agent used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Originally developed as a chemotherapy drug and still used for that purpose, physicians are not sure exactly how methotrexate works to treat arthritis. However, the ... more »

How to Use Moxibustion to Treat Arthritis

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Arthritis can affect anyone at any age. Even small babies can get juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, and this may or may not clear up by the time they are adults. One of the most common forms of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is caused by a ... more »

How to Use Occupational Therapy to Treat Arthritis

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When you have arthritis, performing even the simplest daily tasks can be difficult. This is especially true if you have not had arthritis for long and haven't yet learned how to cope with it. Occupational therapy is designed to teach you how to ... more »

How to Use Osteopathy to Relieve Arthritis Pain

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Osteopathic treatment can reduce pain, lessen swelling and improve your mobility and range of movement with your form of arthritis. Joint degeneration is normal and common in most adults over 35. Arthritis is classified as either degenerative or ... more »

How to Use Physical Therapy to Relieve Arthritis Symptoms

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Arthritis sufferers are plagued by pain caused by stiff joints. Arthritis is common in nearly one third of the population in the United States. Working to improve your range of motion can eliminate some of the stiffness in joints. However, the ... more »

How to Use Surgery to Treat Arthritis

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Arthritis is an insidious condition affecting millions of people worldwide. There are many different varieties of arthritis, each with its own unique set of issues. However, the basic factor all arthritis varieties have in common is that they ... more »

How to Use Thermal Imaging to Detect Arthritis

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Thermal imaging is one of the latest methods used to diagnose arthritis. In order to treat arthritis effectively, early detection is essential. Since joint damage can occur during the early stages of the onset of arthritis, the use of thermal ... more »

How to Use Ultram to Treat Arthritis

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Ultram is a strong pain reliever often given to patients who are recovering from surgery. It is not intended for long-term use, but in the short term, it is believed to be a safe and effective drug. If you are experiencing a great deal of pain ... more »

How to Use Ultrasound to Detect Arthritis

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The use of ultrasound to detect arthritis is effective by identifying the presence of fluid in the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is diagnosed and the progression is monitored in part by the swelling and discomfort in joints. Ultrasound ... more »

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