Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is challenging to diagnose, especially in the early stage, because the signs and symptoms are similar to many other conditions. Healthcare providers rely on a physical exam, ...

Substantial improvements in ultrasound technology and expanded use of it have necessitated an update of the 2012 ...

A number of diseases mimic the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune form of arthritis. These include ...

The study was recently published in the journal Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. For this study, researchers recruited 124 ...

If you have risk factors for RA or any symptoms (they typically begin in fingers and other small joints), consult with your healthcare provider. Early treatment slows or stops progressive joint damage ...

It all started with a swollen knee last March. It had been aching for a few days and one evening after a work event it became ...

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic (persistent) autoimmune condition in which there is inflammation, and therefore, pain in ...

Changes in the gut microbiome before rheumatoid arthritis is developed could provide a window of opportunity for preventative treatments, new research suggests.

Use of an implantable vagus nerve stimulation device was safe and effective for treating RA among patients who previously failed treatment with at least 1 b/tsDMARD.

Objectives Secondary prevention of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is generally considered potentially impactful because the entire ...