Vitamins
Some facts and factoids about Vitamin D in health and disease A study has linked vitamin D deficiency with an increased risk for cancer and autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid…
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My highly opinionated news-blog draws inspiration from both the science and the art of Rheumatology.
Studies
PISS #3: Alcohol Slows Rheumatoid Arthritis Progression A 2010 study published online in Arthritis & Rheumatism shows that alcohol consumption reduces your risk for developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and slows…
Studies
Politically Incorrect Scientific Studies (PISS) #1: Gout Risk Lower in Men Who Smoke A new study finds that men who smoke have a decreased risk of developing gout, but that…
Exercise
Tai Chi Offers Similar Benefits to Physical Therapy for Knee OA WEDNESDAY, Nov. 11, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- For patients with knee osteoarthritis, Tai Chi and… www.doctorslounge.com I just might consider…
Obesity
Weight Gain Threatens Remission in Rheumatoid Arthritis Weight management should be part of the treatment plan for patients with early rheumatoid arthritis, a new study indicates. www.medscape.com Fat is Bad…
Polymyalgia Rheumatica & Giant Cell Arteritis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica Information about polymyalgia rheumatica: what it is, getting diagnosed, treatment options and facts patients should know. www.rheumatology.org IF you are over 50, EVEN IF you have the 3…
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia online.epocrates.com BUT, if you're hurting all over; AND, you're tired all the time; AND, you can't recall... when sleep was bliss: you probably have FIBROMYALGIA. The Ill-Conceived Diagnosis of…
Soft Tissue Rheumatism
Diagnosis of Heel Pain Heel pain is a common presenting symptom in ambulatory clinics. There are many causes, but a mechanical etiology is most common. Location of pain can be…
Ultrasound
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: A Valuable Tool for Diagnosing Rheumatic Illnesses Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: A Valuable Tool for Diagnosing Rheumatic Illnesses www.the-rheumatologist.org The rheumatologist's stethoscope. Indispensable. Philips Lumify | Ultrasound Imaging Learn more…
Fish Oils
Omega-3 helps ward off rheumatoid arthritis People who are predisposed to develop RA are less likely to develop it if they have been taking omega-3 fish oil and supplements, say…