Arthritis News & Features

July 20, 2023 — Gout is a form of arthritis that causes intense pain, redness, and swelling of the joints and extremities. If it’s not treated, it can lead to high blood pressure, heart attacks, diabetes, kidney problems, and obesity. Now, researchers are taking a closer look at another health challenge linked to gout: depression.

An expert shares strategies for treating AS when your first-line treatment doesn’t work.

Ankylosing spondylitis: Advances in treatment, diagnosis, guidelines and lifestyle choices.

A rheumatologist talks about challenges and lessons learned with ankylosing spondylitis.

February 8, 2023 — Gout in people who have a brother, father, sister, or mother with the condition, a form of arthritis that often causes sudden, severe pain in the joints, is mostly driven by genetic makeup but can worsen significantly if they also drink heavily or carry excess weight.

Living with ankylosing spondylitis as a young adult: One woman shares her story.

Living with ankylosing spondylitis as a person of color: One woman shares her experiences.

Assistive devices, tools, gadgets, and aids to help you manage ankylosing spondylitis.

When you have ankylosing spondylitis, day-to-day things like bathing and dressing yourself can be a task. Try these tips to make life easier.

Anca Askanase, MD, gives three reasons to be optimistic about the future of ankylosing spondylitis treatment.

Learn the difference between non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.

Living with an arthritic condition can be a challenge. Here are some assistive gadgets, mobility devices, and safety tips that can make it easier.

Chassity Stewart dealt with ankylosing spondylitis symptoms for over a decade before she found relief with a biologic. Here’s what she wants you to know.

Teacher Ali Cornish details what life is like living with a disease no one else can see.

Physical therapist Maura Iversen shares how exercise and other practices can ease the pain and stiffness that come with ankylosing spondylitis.

Blogger Charis Hill, a former marathoner, details their diagnosis and how they stay active as their disease progresses.

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) advocate Jed Finley details growing up with the condition and shares how its challenges led him to his passion: creating community.

Ankylosing spondylitis can be challenging to diagnose and treat. WebMD looks into the latest promising therapies and treatments.

You just had your first gout flare, so what happens now? Learn how to take control, improve your habits, and lower your chances of another.

If you've got aching joints and arthritis, exercise can help.

Your joints might like it if you text a little bit less and get more exercise, including strength training.

See the exercises you should do for strong, healthy joints. Find out what type of cardio to do, and why lunges, squats, and stretching can help.

Arthritis can make every task challenging, especially at work. Get tips from WebMD for minimizing joint pain, strain, and stiffness at work.

Managing your weight can reduce unnecessary stress on your joints. Get tips on diet and exercise when you have arthritis.

Is stress contributing to your arthritis symptoms? Here, WebMD breaks down the link between the two, and how best to manage inevitable life stresses.

Doctors explain why osteonecrosis is leading to hip replacement surgery for cyclist Floyd Landis.

Arthritis pain can make it hard to cook. Try these tricks to preparing easy and nutritious meals.

NSAIDs are among the most common pain relievers in the world. And lately, they're among the most controversial. Find out what these anti-inflammatory pills actually do inside your body.

WebMD Presents: Arthritis - Therapy in Motion - Stretching

People with arthritis increasingly turn to water exercise for several key reasons.

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