Wrist arthritis is a condition caused by the wearing away of the cartilage protecting the bones of the wrist from rubbing against each other, allowing a smooth movement of the hand and wrist. The wrist is composed of multiple joints that can be affected by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. Treating wrist arthritis usually starts with…
Arthritis Management
Arthritis: Types and Treatments
Arthritis is a condition that is chiefly characterized by joint inflammation, pain, swelling, and stiffness. Rarely, it may be diagnosed by happenstance when you are having an imaging scan done for something else, but the doctor notices arthritis on the scan. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, and there are many different…
Sleeping Better with Chronic Arthritis
If you have arthritis, there’s a high chance you have trouble sleeping at night. Studies show that individuals with arthritis suffer from sleep disturbance as moderate to severe joint pain can prevent you from getting comfortable and staying asleep. Lack of quality sleep has harmful effects on your overall health. It increases your risk of…