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3 At-home Treatments for Psoriatic Arthritis
Is there anything you can do at home to help ease chronic joint pain, inflammation, and other psoriatic arthritis symptoms? Learn about 3 at-home treatments for psoriatic arthritis.
Cancer Pain Medications

Opioids, NSAIDs, and Other Medications for Cancer Pain

Read about common cancer pain medications that can reduce your pain and other cancer pain symptoms.
Understanding Pain
What Is It? Why Do We Have Pain?
Pain is divided into acute pain and chronic pain. Learn how pain signals are transported to the brain through the nervous system, and what happens when nerves are damaged.
Spinal Osteoarthritis (Spondylosis)

Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments for Spondylosis

Spondylosis, or osteoarthritis that affects the spine, is generally caused by the aging process or wear and tear on the spine. Learn about what happens to your spine, as well as common symptoms of spondylosis.
Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosis
Because psoriatic arthritis is similar to other forms of arthritis (such as rheumatoid arthritis), it is important to get a reliable diagnosis.
Exams and Tests to Diagnose Low Back Pain
Diagnosing low back pain involves a variety of exams and tests to make an accurate diagnosis. For example, you may need a bone scan and x-ray to detect the source of your pain. Find out more about these and other low back pain exams and tests.
Spinal Osteoarthritis (Spondylosis)

Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments for Spondylosis

Spondylosis, or osteoarthritis that affects the spine, is generally caused by the aging process or wear and tear on the spine. Learn about what happens to your spine, as well as common symptoms of spondylosis.
10 Rheumatoid Arthritis Facts and Tips
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that can cause chronic pain and joint inflammation. This article includes 10 facts and tips you need to know about rheumatoid arthritis.
Low Back Pain Treatments
Learn about common low back pain treatments, including medications, physical therapy, and massage.
Slideshow 5 Exercises for Knee Osteoarthritis
Simple Stretches to Help Ease Knee OA Symptoms
Fibromyalgia Center
Fibromyalgia is a disorder that causes widespread chronic muscle pain, tenderness, and debilitating fatigue. Read about other key fibromyalgia symptoms, as well as the most common causes and treatments for fibromyalgia in our Fibromyalgia Center.
Slideshow What’s Causing Your TMJ Pain?
4 Common Causes of TMJ Disorders
6 At-home Treatments for TMJ Disorders

Bite Guard, Jaw Exercises, and Other At-home Treatments for TMJ Disorders

Try these 6 at-home treatments to help ease your symptoms of TMJ disorders.
Knee Osteoarthritis Treatments

Medications, Exercise, and Surgery for Knee Osteoarthritis

There are many treatments available for knee osteoarthritis, including non-surgical treatments such as medications and physical therapy. Learn more about your treatment options.
CRPS/RSD Treatments

Medications, Interventional Pain Management, and Counseling

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) treatments work to improve symptoms and reduce pain. Learn about CRPS treatments in this article.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments
Medications, Exercise, and Surgery for RA
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition, but there are many treatments available to help you deal with the joint pain and inflammation. Read about medications, exercise, and surgery for RA.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis
Medical History, Physical Exam, Lab Tests, and Imaging Tests to Diagnose RA
To diagnose rheumatoid arthritis (RA), your doctor will run several exams and tests. He or she will ask about your pain, as well as test joints’ range of motion. Learn about lab tests and imaging tests done for RA diagnosis.
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Updated on: Friday, May 24th, 2013