Rheumatoid Arthritis Health Center

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• RA Symptoms, Causes, and More
• Video: Best RA Exercises
• Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments
• Is Your RA Progressing?
• Joint-Friendly Workouts
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects more than a million people in the U.S. WebMD's Rheumatoid Arthritis Guide has all the information you need to understand and self-manage RA. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how RA is diagnosed, and the latest conventional and alternative treatments for RA. Also learn about JRA and how it affects children and teens. Let's get started!

Overview & Facts

What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

• RA Basics
• Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA)
• Progression of RA
• RAtv From WebMD: Learn How You Can Live Better With RA
• Slideshow: Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

Causes

• Causes of RA

Symptoms & Types

Symptoms

• RA Symptoms
• Joint Stiffness
• Rheumatoid Nodules
• Health Check: Manage Your Symptoms

Types

• Types of Arthritis: Is It Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis?
• Hand and Finger RA
• Knee RA
• Hip RA

Complications

• RA Complications
• When Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects the Eyes
• Vasculitis: When RA Affects Blood Vessels
• Rheumatoid Arthritis Skin Problems

Diagnosis & Tests

Diagnosis

• Diagnosing RA

Tests

• Arthritis Blood Tests
• Rheumatoid Factor

Treatment & Care

Treatment

• Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
• Joint Damage Prevention
• Questions for Your Doctor

Medications

• Rheumatoid Arthritis Medications
• Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
• DMARDs
• Biologics
• Steroids

Physical Therapy

• Physical & Occupational Therapy

Surgery

• Rheumatoid Arthritis Surgery

Home Remedies

Home Remedies

• Natural Treatments
• Acupuncture
• Assistive Devices

Diet

• Foods That Fight Inflammation

Exercise

• Exercise for Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Exercises Slideshow: Joint-Friendly Fitness Routines

Well-Being

• Building Your RA Team
• Working with Your Doctor
• Coping with RA Pain

Finding Help

Finding Help

• RA Online Community
• Find a Doctor

Organizations

• Rheumatoid Arthritis Organizations