Spinal OA can make it hard to get around. Treatment can ease your back pain. By Jennifer Cuthbertson Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis that affects the back. It can occur ...

When you think of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), you may imagine skin symptoms or the commonly affected joints, like the fingers, knees, ankles or elbows (peripheral arthritis). However, for many people ...

Information about symptoms, health and lifestyle habits will help determine the type of arthritis you have. It’s not unusual to have aches and pains occasionally. When pain doesn’t subside on its own ...

Riding a stationary bike is one of the most effective workouts for arthritic joints. Here’s how to cycle safely. Want a workout that burns calories, strengthens muscles and can help ease arthritis ...

Get tips on how to pick a comfy pillow. Question: Can you recommend an appropriate pillow for neck pain? A few months ago I lost my balance while on a ladder. I didn't fall, but I jerked my neck with ...

Research is mixed on whether these supplements help with OA pain and stiffness, but they are safe to try. Glucosamine and chondroitin are popular supplements used to treat osteoarthritis (OA).

Certain medications to treat arthritis can cause hair loss. Learn what to do. People with autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and lupus, can experience hair loss as a troubling ...

Learn about key vitamins and minerals and which ones are especially important when you have arthritis. Vitamins and minerals play a critical role in staying healthy, but getting enough of certain ...

Excess salt consumption can raise your risk of serious health problems. Get involved with the arthritis community. Tell us a little about yourself and, based on your interests, you’ll receive emails ...

Proper treatment of strep throat can prevent this life-threatening disease. Rheumatic fever is a complication of untreated strep throat that can be life-threatening. Thanks to antibiotics, rheumatic ...

DISH is a type of arthritis that affects the tendons and ligaments around your spine. Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) is a type of arthritis that affects tendons and ligaments, mainly ...

An inside look at the structure of the back. When most people mention their back, what they are actually referring to is their spine. The spine runs from the base of your skull down the length of your ...