Finding Strength: Life With RA

Find the Right RA Treatment

While there’s no cure for RA, with the right treatment plan, it is possible to achieve — and maintain — remission. First, educate yourself about your options, and then work closely with your doctor to refine your treatment strategy as needed.

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Everything You Need to Know About JAK Inhibitors

Get the facts about the newest class of FDA-approved RA meds.

Treating RA With Disease-Modifying Therapies

Here’s how traditional DMARDs, biologics, and JAK inhibitors stack up against each other.

Managing RA Pain With NSAIDs

NSAIDs can help you manage joint pain and inflammation, but they don’t slow disease progression.

5 Complementary Therapies to Try

Ready to add new approaches to your RA treatment regimen? Try these options.

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Why Not Treating RA Can Be Risky

Left untreated, RA can lead to a host of health problems, but the right medication can help.

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5 Signs It’s Time to Change Your RA Treatment

The treatment that’s worked for you in the past may not always keep your RA under control.

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8 Excuses for Stopping Your RA Medication, Busted

If you’re having trouble sticking to your regimen, try these tips.

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6 Things That Warrant a Call to Your Doctor

While some RA symptoms are urgent, others can be handled more easily. Here’s how to tell the difference.

6 Supplements to Avoid at All Costs

Many supplements can be a great addition to your RA treatment plan — but these may do more harm than good.

How You Can Better Manage RA Symptoms

Out of more than 100 different types of arthritis, RA is one of the most common — affecting 1.5 million people in the United States. Symptoms may range from mild to debilitating, and can take a toll on your everyday life. But there are steps you can take to find relief.

7 Joint Pain Triggers That Can Make RA Worse

Avoid these lifestyle habits to help improve joint function.

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10 Ways to Find Relief From Chronic RA Pain

Experiment with these pain management strategies to find what works best for you.

Feeling Fatigued? 6 Ways to Regain Energy

Chronic RA fatigue is much more than feeling tired after a long day or restless night. Here's how to recharge.

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How to Ease Morning Stiffness and Start Your Day Right

After 7 to 9 hours in bed, your joints may feel at their worst. Adjusting your morning routine can help.

8 Hacks That Help With Hand Pain

Next time hand pain strikes, try these creative ways to use everyday items for carrying out daily tasks.

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6 Ways to Soothe a Flare

Try these strategies to help bring symptoms under control quickly during your next flare.

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7 Surprising Things That Can Worsen Your Symptoms

If you’ve tried it all but still feel aches and pains, these factors could be contributing to your RA.

Stay Active for Optimal Joint Health

When you’re experiencing joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, working out may be the last thing on your mind — but research has shown that exercise can actually help relieve RA symptoms and improve quality of life.

How to Exercise With RA

Exercise can help improve RA symptoms, but it’s important to take these precautions.

Exercise Modifications to Try

Here’s how to adapt your activities so they’re easier on your joints.

7 Tips to Stay Active at Home With RA

Get inspired to move in new and different ways, even when you’re stuck at home.

7 Exercises to Help Relieve Joint Pain

Reap the health benefits of exercise with these activities that are easy on the joints.

9 Dos and Don’ts for Pain-Free Exercise

Staying active can help improve joint pain and stiffness — when you know the right steps to take.

Best and Worst Exercise Trends for RA

Should you try pylometrics or sign up for spin class? Consider this when trying the latest fitness fads.

Make Your Day-to-Day Life More RA-Friendly

Conserving energy, staying on top of your to-do list, and maintaining independence while doing the things you love — these are just a few of the benefits to adjusting your lifestyle for RA.

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Simple Tweaks to Make Around the House

Activities like cooking and bathing can zap your energy if you have RA. These adjustments can help.

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How to Make Household Chores Easier

Use these tips to help you stay on top of housework without taxing your joints.

7 RA-Friendly Hobbies

Don’t let joint pain and stiffness get in the way of doing the things that bring you joy.

Assistive Devices to Try

Make simple tasks easier on your joints (and maintain your independence) with a little help from these tools.

7 Best Cities for People With RA

From warm weather to walkability, here are the qualities to look for in RA-friendly cities.

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10 Ways to Take the Pain Out of Driving

These tips can make it easier to turn the wheel, press down on the brakes, and hit the road pain-free.

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Best Types of Work for People Who Have RA

Some career paths may be more easily modified for RA than others. Here’s what you should know.

7 of the Best Gadgets to Try

These RA-friendly tools can ease strain on your joints and help you accomplish daily tasks.

5 Apps We Love for RA Management

From symptom trackers to medication reminders, these apps can transform your phone into an RA management tool.

Tips to Protect Your Joints

If left untreated, RA can lead to loss of function and permanent joint damage, so taking steps to preserve your joints is key. The first step? Following your treatment plan. The second step? Making a conscious effort in your day-to-day life to protect your joints.