Rheumatoid arthritis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that is also classified as an autoimmune disorder. This means that the nervous system sends errant messages to the immune cells to attack the body’s own tissues – in this case, the synovial fluid that lubricates the joints.
Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include painful swelling, stiffness and deformities of the joints, most commonly in the hands, wrists and feet; typically, joints on both sides of the body are affected. Treatment programs usually center on medications to control the symptoms and stop or slow the progressive joint damage; exercise may also be included to help the patient retain strength and mobility.
Listed below are peer reviewed articles on rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis Overview
- What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Symptoms
- Risk Factors for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Diagnosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Treatment
- 5 Types of Medication That Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Surgery for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Are My Painful Joints Caused By Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or Something Else?
- Is My Joint Pain Caused By Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or a Crystal Arthritis?
- Is My Joint Pain Caused by Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or an Infection?
- Is My Joint Pain Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or Spondyloarthropathy?
- Is My Joint Pain Caused by Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or Another Autoimmune Disorder?
- What Is Pannus?
- What Is a Rheumatologist?
- Blood Tests to Help Diagnose Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Biologics for RA and Other Autoimmune Conditions
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fatigue
- Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fatigue
- How Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Causes Fatigue
- Lifestyle Factors and Fatigue Associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Recognizing Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Fatigue
- Coping with Chronic Fatigue in Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Identifying Underlying Medical Issues That Cause RA Fatigue
- Coping with RA Fatigue Using Therapy and Emotional Support
- Managing RA Fatigue Through Diet and Exercise
- Coping with RA Fatigue by Prioritizing and Simplifying Tasks
Foot and Ankle Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Foot and Ankle Pain Due to Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Foot and Ankle Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Symptoms
- Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) of the Foot and Ankle