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Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments Directory
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease. The body attacks itself and affects the joints. Often there is swelling, redness and pain. Your doctor may advise RA medication, physical therapy or a combination of rheumatoid arthritis treatments. Your RA treatment depends on your health, your condition's severity and the advice of your doctor. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage on Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments, including medication, RA therapy, surgery and much more.
Medical Reference
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Guide: Types of Drugs, Uses, Side Effects
WebMD provides a comprehensive chart of drugs commonly used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, including usage and dosage information, risk factors, and potential side effects.
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JAK Inhibitors for Rheumatoid Arthritis
If you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), your doctor may suggest Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors to help ease your joint pain and swelling. Find out how they work, who might benefit from them, and what kind of side effects to watch out for.
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What Is Combination Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
Has your doctor prescribed more than one drug to treat your rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? That's combination therapy. Find out what it involves.
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Can I Cut Back on RA Medications if I Feel OK?
Find out if it's possible to lower the amount of medicine you take for rheumatoid arthritis if your pain and stiffness get better.
Features
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How to Manage Your RA and Get Relief
Don't let joint pain from rheumatoid arthritis slow you down. Try these tips.
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Your Treatment Options for RA
Ways to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA), control pain and inflammation, and slow joint damage.
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Combination Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Many people with rheumatoid arthritis use combination therapy – taking more than one RA medicine at a time. Here are answers to common questions about using combination therapy to treat RA.
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How Physical Therapy Helps Rheumatoid Arthritis
Finding it hard to keep up with your PT for rheumatoid arthritis? Try these tips to make it easier.
Slideshows & Images
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Slideshow: RA Home Remedies -- Busted!
People try all sorts of things to relieve rheumatoid arthritis pain. We debunk some of the common ones and let you know what needs more testing.
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Slideshow: Which Alternative Remedies Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Learn which alternative treatments show promise for rheumatoid arthritis.