Arthritis Advisor

Ask the Doctors: 08/06

Subscribers Only Thumb arthritis surgery and other options; Cortisone shots in the spine; Is wrist fusion better than replacement?

The ABCs of OTCs

Subscribers Only The labeling of over-the-counter drugs can be downright confusing. Here’s what the terms mean—and how they can help you manage your pain.

The Tender Gender

Subscribers Only A new understanding of the role gender plays in musculoskeletal problems is causing experts to rethink treatment options.

Herniated Disc? Four Ways You Can Avoid The Knife

Subscribers Only That sharp, shooting pain in your neck or lower back may be a herniated disc. The good news is that it can be treated without surgery.

In the News: 08/06

Subscribers Only More studies needed on neck pain remedies; Bear hormone offers osteoporosis hope; Corticosteroids linked to heart disorder; Low-carb diet does not hasten bone loss

RA And Your Heart: A Troublesome Link

Subscribers Only Recent studies show an ominous connection between arthritis and cardiac risk. You can reduce the odds with early screening for both.