Chicago Arthritis Blog
Can Turmeric Cause Liver Failure?
Turmeric and its active ingredient, curcumin, have become widely popular as natural anti-inflammatory supplements. They are commonly used to help...
How Many PRP Injections Are Needed for Knee Arthritis Relief?
Understanding PRP and Regenerative Medicine Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a form of regenerative medicine that uses components from your...
What’s New at Chicago Arthritis and Regenerative Medicine
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7624623664411004191 Chicago Arthritis and Regenerative Medicine continues to grow to better serve patients living with chronic inflammatory and musculoskeletal conditions. Several exciting updates are coming in the months...
Can Arthritis Affect Your Eyes? Understanding Uveitis and Autoimmune Conditions
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7624580487482182943 Arthritis and other autoimmune conditions don’t just affect the joints—they can also impact other parts of the body, including the eyes. One important eye complication linked to autoimmune arthritis is...
Early RA Diagnosis Can Change Your Future
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7624204044009000222 Early Diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis Can Change Your Future Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive autoimmune condition that can lead to permanent joint damage if not treated promptly. Detecting RA...
RA Medications vs RA Progression: Understanding the Risks
Understanding Treatment Risks and Progression in Rheumatoid Arthritis One of the most challenging aspects of managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA)...
1st Injection Option for Your Knee Arthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is a common source of pain and limited mobility. For mild to moderate cases, the first line of treatment is always...
Understanding Prior Authorizations: What Patients Need to Know
For many patients, the term “prior authorization” is confusing and often frustrating. While it may seem like an unnecessary barrier, prior...
Inflammation Is Not Always the Enemy: Understanding Acute vs Chronic Inflammation
Inflammation is often viewed as something negative that should always be reduced or eliminated. However, the reality is more nuanced....
What Laws and Policies Could Better Support People Living with Pain?
For individuals living with chronic pain, access to effective treatment is not just a medical issue—it’s a policy issue. While medical...
PRP for Chronic Shoulder Pain: A 55 Year Old’s Recovery from Activity‑Related Injuries
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7616161064429833486 When people receive an MRI showing significant joint damage in their shoulder, it can feel discouraging. Many assume that once damage appears on imaging, pain and limited function are unavoidable. However,...
What’s the First Injection a 60-Year-Old With Knee Arthritis Should Consider?
Knee osteoarthritis is a common cause of pain for people in their 60s. When symptoms start to interfere with daily activities, many patients...