For the uninitiated, tai chi may be a little daunting. The ancient Chinese exercise is hardly as mainstream as aerobics or the treadmill, but with its gentle, fluid movements and proven health ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory, autoimmune condition that affects not only joints but also organs, including eyes. While it can have painful and debilitating effects if left untreated, ...

Women often experience changes in their arthritis symptoms as a result of fluctuating hormones, and that’s especially true not only during pregnancy, but also before and during menopause. Hot flashes ...

Through a passion for cycling and a chance encounter with a client, Joel Young discovered a cause that hits closer to home than he imagined. Joel Young didn’t anticipate getting involved with the ...

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis that affects the back. It can occur anywhere along the spine. Usually the low back and sometimes the neck are affected. In OA, the cartilage ...

When doctors “treat to target” – with specific goals – patients improve faster and stick with meds. Keeping rheumatoid arthritis (RA) under control is more likely to be successful when you and your ...

If you are experiencing a barrier to care, you should contact your insurance commissioner, who can help address your situation. Please be sure to view our Pennsylvania Insurance Department fact sheet ...

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Learn about the four most common warning signs of arthritis. How do you know if your joint symptoms mean you have arthritis? Only a health care professional can tell you for sure, but certain signs ...

Some foods and drinks can affect how your medicines work. Learn how to avoid unwanted interactions. Many prescriptions should be taken with food – any food – or liquid to increase their absorption and ...

Learn about medications used to treat fibromyalgia symptoms and how they can help reduce pain and fatigue and improve sleep. The most helpful treatment approach for fibromyalgia is a combination of ...

When you think of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), you may imagine skin symptoms or the commonly affected joints, like the fingers, knees, ankles or elbows (peripheral arthritis). However, for many people ...