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 […]
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Myths About Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis, a chronic form of inflammatory arthritis that primarily targets the spine, can be hard to diagnose, leaving many patients looking for answers to their symptoms. Rheumatologist Dr. Joseph Martinez recently helped clarify some common AS misconceptions on HealthCentral. One myth is that only white people are diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis. “Population studies do […]
