Winter's chill brings increased joint pain for many, particularly those with arthritis. Colder temperatures, barometric pressure changes, and reduced activity contribute to stiffness and discomfort.

Nov. 13, 2024 — The use of biologic and targeted therapies for children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) surpassed more typical therapies in recent years, according to ...

Some foods and drinks may increase the risk of arthritis or make symptoms worse, for instance, highly processed foods and sweetened drinks. If you have arthritis, making the right dietary choices ...

Diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis? Here’s what you need to know to take control. Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) affects men and women equally, and it usually develops after age 30. Psoriasis and PsA both ...

Studies haven’t confirmed acupuncture helps arthritis, but it still may be worth trying. It’s been about 2,000 years in the making, but acupuncture has gained some mainstream acceptance as a medical ...

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that is characterized by inflammation of the joints and the subsequent destruction of cartilage and erosion of the bone. Patients with rheumatoid ...

People with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at a higher risk for infections, including COVID-19. The risk of getting COVID is particularly high during RA flare-ups when the immune system is already ...

What is juvenile idiopathic arthritis? Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a form of arthritis in children. Arthritis causes joint swelling (inflammation) and joint stiffness. JIA is arthritis that ...

Help us make Medscape the best clinical resource possible. Please use this form to submit your questions or comments on how to make this resource center more useful to clinicians.

Nov. 13, 2024 — A new study by medicine safety experts found the use of gabapentinoids -- medicines widely used to treat neuropathic pain -- increased the risk of hip fractures, especially in ...

Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg head out on an international journey of discovery in A Real Pain, a dramedy set to join the 2024 new movie release schedule. The movie, which had its world premiere ...

Hinge joints are protected by cartilage and synovial fluid, a gel that assists with lubricating motion in the body. This type of joint is susceptible to issues like inflammatory forms of arthritis, ...