The Future of Rheumatoid Arthritis Management and Treatment Rheumatoid arthritis treatment is constantly evolving, with researchers working to find new therapies to relieve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. With the right treatment plan, many patients have controlled symptoms and no signs of active disease. Texas Orthopedics board certified rheumatologist Dr. […]
Arthritis
The Link Between Chronic Inflammation and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Texas Orthopedics Rheumatologist Dr. Robert Koval recently weighed in on the link between chronic inflammation and rheumatoid arthritis on WebMD. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes your immune system to attack the soft tissue that lines the surface of your joints (synovium), which thickens the synovium and can destroy cartilage and bone near […]
Weight Lifting and Arthritis
Weight Lifting and Arthritis Strength-training when you suffer from arthritis may sound intimidating, but it can actually be a good way to ease pain and strengthen your joints. Texas Orthopedics rheumatologist Dr. Joseph Martinez recently gave some insight on weight lifting when you have arthritis on Livestrong. Dr. Martinez recommends a proper warm up and […]
Tips to Minimize Arthritis Joint Pain from our Rheumatologists
If you have painful joints caused by arthritis, the thought of staying active might seem daunting or even unattainable. But, staying active actually helps to reduce joint pain and allows you to continue to do the activities you love. Texas Orthopedics rheumatologists Dr. Robert J. Koval, Jr. and Dr. Joseph R. Martinez share four healthy […]
Facebook Live: Arthritis Awareness Month
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention projects 63 million people in the United States have arthritis. Texas Orthopedics physicians diagnose and treat this painful, debilitating condition every day. In honor of Arthritis Awareness Month, Dr. Vilas Saldanha and Dr. Barbara Bergin participated in a two-part Facebook Live series to present viewers with the facts […]
4 Fast Facts about Arthritis for Arthritis Awareness Month
May is National Arthritis Awareness month, so what better time than now to discuss some important facts about arthritis? We’re covering four fast facts about arthritis, including what causes arthritis and what you can do to prevent it. 1. Lowering your BMI can help you manage arthritis symptoms. Maintaining a healthy weight is one of […]
Staying Pain-Free During COVID-19: Hips
From the blog of Dr. Barbara Bergin Behind knees and shoulders, hips are one of the most troublesome parts of our bodies…particularly us gals. And it goes double during COVID-19, so listen up! I divide hip pain into 3 areas: the buttock, the side of the hip and the groin area. Most commonly, buttock pain […]
Can Diet Impact My Arthritis?
There are several types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. But current evidence shows that all types can benefit from an anti-inflammatory diet, paired with proper medical treatments when necessary. Board-certified rheumatologist, Dr. Robert Koval, offers quick tips to help you plan a healthy diet that may help to reduce arthritis symptoms […]
Carbs and Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in adults and also the most debilitating. It currently affects almost 27 million people in the U.S. by painfully wearing away the cushiony cartilage in between bones–with the knee and hip joints being the most vulnerable. Research has long suggested that a high-fat diet can increase risks […]
Easing Muscle and Joint Pain from the Flu
As you’ve been hearing the flu this year is fierce. It has been reported in all 50 states (according to the CDC), and sadly has even claimed several lives due to complications. While flu symptoms vary from person to person, many experience a similar combination of fever, chills, vomiting, coughing, diarrhea, fatigue, and sore muscles […]
