Chicago Arthritis Blog
Managing Gout: Understanding Causes, Triggers, and Effective Treatments
Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that can affect one or multiple joints, with the most common areas being the toes, ankles, and knees. It...
What to Expect During Your Regenerative Medicine Evaluation
Regenerative medicine is a specialty that uses the body’s own cells, such as blood platelets and stem cells, to treat chronic musculoskeletal...
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A Runner’s Guide to Managing the Knees
Fall is a popular time for running, and with our own Chicago Marathon just around the corner, many competitors are gearing up for their biggest race of the year. Yet, while training for a marathon is an exciting journey, it can also put a strain on your body,...
Fall Feasts and RA: A Guide to Inflammation – Friendly Dining
As families gather for fall festivities and back-to-school activities, it’s easy to lose sight of inflammatory risk factors; conversely, making time for healthy choices can be quite hard. And while the season is filled with tempting treats and holiday feasts, there...
Unhealthy Food Increases Risks for RA
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7413171819093429546 How Junk Food Increases the Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis If you're looking for more reasons to avoid junk food, here's an important one—it may increase the risk of developing an autoimmune condition, like...
The Impact of Metabolic Health on Joint Health
Metabolic health plays a significant role in joint health. Understanding the connection can help manage and even prevent joint problems related...
How Could GLP-1 Agonists Help Inflammatory Arthritis
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7409067525171957034 Can GLP-1 Agonists Help Inflammatory Arthritis? Here's What We Know A recent question from someone with inflammatory arthritis who saw improvement while using a GLP-1 agonist brings up an interesting...
What to Expect at Your First Rheumatology Appointment: A Patient’s Guide
Dr. Siddharth Tambar, an expert in rheumatology and regenerative medicine, shares insights on what patients should expect when visiting a...
Missed Opportunity in RA
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7408766558849240363 The Importance of Timing in Treating Autoimmune Conditions In medicine, timing can significantly impact outcomes, especially in treating autoimmune conditions. Early intervention can prevent a disease from...
Treating RA: Window of Opportunity
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7408760252310572330 Timing is Everything in Rheumatology Timing is so important in life, and in medicine, it becomes even more critical. In fields like rheumatology, where doctors manage autoimmune conditions, timing can make...
Shockwave Therapy for Tendinitis and Arthritis
https://www.tiktok.com/@chiarthritis/video/7407919012882959662 The Benefits of Shockwave Therapy for Chronic Pain Shockwave therapy is a promising option for treating chronic pain. This high-intensity sound wave treatment has been shown to help with conditions like...