Biologics can finally be given to some people with moderate rheumatoid arthritis
For the first time, biologics have been recommended for the treatment of some people with moderate rheumatoid arthritis in draft guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
Continue readingThink positive to obtain best results from arthritis treatment
Positive expectations about the success of rheumatoid arthritis treatment seems to influence its eventual outcome, highlights interesting research in a leading journal.
Continue readingAcupuncture and physiotherapy reduce pain and improve quality of life of people with knee arthritis
Science shows that acupuncture can be beneficial for some conditions including low back pain, but the jury is still out when it comes to osteoarthritis. That could be set to change. A new study shows that acupuncture relieved pain, improved function and bettered quality of life in people with knee osteoarthritis.
Continue readingExercise improves physical and mental health of people with fibromyalgia
Evidence continues to stack up in favour of exercise – especially resistance training – as a treatment for fibromyalgia. Two recent reviews highlight the importance of physical activity when it comes to reducing pain and improving mental health.
Continue readingAchieving a good night’s sleep can be difficult, especially for people with arthritis, but Dr Rob Hicks is here to help
Many people with arthritis have an increased risk of sleep disturbance. Let’s look at why this may be, and the positive changes that can be made to help those sleeping with arthritis have the best chance of reaching the holy grail of a good night’s sleep. Information, after all, is power.
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