Arthritis Myth’s Answered Consulting a doctor and really asking about the myths and truth behind any medical diagnosis, fear or curiosity is so important to make sure you are doing all you can to keep your health in order! MYTH: Supplements like Glucosamine and chondroitin work for all types of arthritis. TRUTH: Glucosamine can benefit Read More…
When I was an ice skater, I would notice my hands change color to white, sometimes blue and then ultimately red after my time on the ice. Often, I would wear 2-3 pairs of gloves during my practice session because my hands would get so cold and painful. My core body temperature was always warm Read More…
Remember a rheumatologist is a specialist that focuses on the diagnosis of bone and musculoskeletal disorders and autoimmune diseases. We often are considered detectives in trying to analyze various symptoms and blood work results to figure out a diagnosis. We will all experience joint pain and muscle aches at some point in our lives. For Read More…
The annual American College or Rheumatology/ARP meeting is an important forum where clinicians, scientists and researchers, nurse practitioners and other healthcare specialists, patients and patient advocates, medical students, residents and rheumatology fellows and the pharmaceutical industry come together under common goals. THESE GOALS INCLUDE Funding research to find treatments for arthritis and autoimmune diseases The Read More…
As a rheumatologist, I see patients suffering from chronic pain every day and do my best to offer both strategies and support to help with the pain. Most of my patients suffer from osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis which is characterized by degeneration of cartilage over time. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune Read More…
Being a rheumatologist I see signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis that are often very difficult to deal with given the pain it causes. Often, many people don’t realize the signs and symptoms they are experiencing is in fact rheumatoid arthritis. Knowing the symptoms allow you to address these symptoms early, get a diagnosis and treatment plan Read More…