by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Apr 19, 2023 | Chronic Condition, Rheumatoid Arthritis
For many, the spring season means longer days, comfortable temperatures, and vacation plans. However, for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), thoughts of spring bring something else – the dread of chronic pain. Symptoms of RA unpredictably flare up during...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Apr 12, 2023 | Chronic Condition, Massage, Services
When you think of massage, you might envision a dimly lit room in a luxurious spa with relaxing music and calming scented candles. Although massage therapy used to be relegated to this much narrower niche of spas, vacation resorts, and health clubs, it is now widely...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Mar 20, 2023 | Chronic Condition
Living with chronic pain feels like a never-ending battle for the 20% of adults who suffer. But there are strategies for managing the discomfort and improving your quality of life. In this blog post, we’ll explore practical tips for living with chronic pain...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Mar 13, 2023 | Chronic Condition, Lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune disease in which your body’s immune system attacks healthy tissues or organs in your body and causes widespread inflammation. Inflammation from lupus can affect many different parts of the body, including joints, skin, organs, etc. In addition,...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Feb 23, 2023 | Chronic Condition, Gout, Lupus, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis
Generally speaking, inflammation is your body’s signal that there is a problem – injury, invading virus, foreign bacteria, exposure to harmful chemicals or allergens, etc. If you have an autoimmune illness, however, inflammation can come from your immune...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Feb 15, 2023 | Chronic Condition, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rheumatologist
Are you experiencing pain and discomfort in your joints, muscles, bones, or tendons? You may be suffering from a condition where your body’s immune system is causing inflammation. While disorders like these can range from mild to severe, it is always best to get...
