Juvenile idiopathic arthritis: Risk factors and symptoms

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), also sometimes called juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, is a chronic autoimmune disease. JIA causes inflammation in one or more joints in children under the age of 16. Autoimmune diseases happen when the body’s immune system, instead of fighting against infections, mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. In JIA, the immune system targets the lining […]

How to Treat Arthritis In The Neck Naturally

Arthritis in the neck is often more than just a mild discomfort—it can become a persistent issue that impacts your daily life, whether you feel like you’re “used to it” or not. If you’ve been dealing with stiffness, pain, or limited mobility in your neck and shoulders, you’re not alone. Many people, especially older adults, […]

5 symptoms that may indicate arthritis in the hands

When you feel mild discomfort in your muscles or joints, it’s easy to try to brush it off as a temporary ache that doesn’t require any treatment. While it can be tempting to shrug off every pain as “no big deal” that will go away on its own, it’s also important to take note of […]

How to treat arthritis in the neck naturally

When your neck is in pain, every head movement can make you wince. Many people feel a temporary ache in their neck when they sleep in an awkward position or they look down at their phone for too long. Other times, it can be a chronic condition that causes pain and stiffness in the neck. […]

5 ways physical therapists can treat lower back pain from arthritis

Pain from arthritis can be frustrating to deal with anywhere in the body. When arthritis pain affects the lower back, it can be especially debilitating. You may experience swelling and a chronic, stinging joint pain. Your symptoms may worsen with physical activities that put pressure on your lower back. This can keep you from doing […]

3 worst foods for arthritis (and what you should eat instead)

When you are experiencing the symptoms of arthritis, it can be challenging to find effective management techniques. Arthritis is a chronic condition that inflames the joints. People with arthritis tend to experience recurring discomfort and joint pain. You might feel limited in how much you can move your joints as well. If you are looking for ways to […]

What is triscaphe arthritis and how do I treat it?

You may have heard of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, but have you ever heard about triscaphe arthritis? Well, if you experience joint pain at the base of your thumb where it meets your wrist — you’re likely experiencing triscaphe arthritis. Triscaphe arthritis is the localized inflammation of the triscaphe joint. This joint can be found in between the […]

What a thumb arthritis test from a physical therapist may involve

Before experiencing hand or thumb arthritis, the use of the thumb is often taken for granted. Yet the thumb is one of the most useful joints, and we rely on it to complete simple, necessary tasks. Some of these tasks include getting dressed, turning doorknobs and opening jars. Those experiencing hand or thumb arthritis may […]

What will a physical therapist do during a thumb arthritis test?

Thumb arthritis occurs when the cartilage carpometacarpal (CMC) joint ages and wears down. This kind of arthritis is fairly common, especially in older people. It cannot be cured, but it can be properly managed with the help of physical therapists. Are you someone who has thumb pain and stiffness that you believe may be caused […]

Does arthritis cause fatigue, and can physical therapy help you manage this symptom?

About 1 in 4 adults in the United States suffers from arthritis. This condition results in severe joint pain and weakness in the hands, knees, hips and other areas of the body. Age is the most common contributing factor to developing arthritis, as the cartilage between our joints becomes thinner as we grow older. Aside […]

Need some stretches for hip osteoarthritis symptoms? Here are 4 that PT experts recommend

Hip osteoarthritis (or degenerative joint disease) is a chronic condition that causes the articular cartilage to break down. When left untreated, it can cause pain and loss of mobility in the hip joint. Treatment for this condition can include medication, staying active and physical therapy. Stretching exercises are a great way to help keep muscles […]

4 factors that can determine how fast osteoarthritis progresses

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, a condition that affects over 58 million adults in the United States alone. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage between our joints gradually begins to wear away as we age. This can cause pain and discomfort in the joints, as well as a reduced range of motion, swelling […]