December 20, 2011: Mindfulness Training May Help Arthritis Patients Cope
Small study found those who used it were less tired, stressed

September 28, 2011: TNF Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Skin Cancer Risk
But review also finds the drugs don't heighten risks for other cancers

May 17, 2011: Tai Chi Prevents Falls, Boosts Mental Health in Seniors: Study
But the gentle form of exercise doesn't relieve symptoms of cancer, arthritis, researchers find

April 28, 2011: Study Highlights Arthritis' Toll on Quality of Life
People with the painful condition are less active and suffer more 'unhealthy days' each month

April 01, 2011: Exercise Is Key for People With Arthritis: Expert
Too much sitting around can worsen the condition

March 15, 2011: Doctors Need to Improve Guidance on Arthritis: Study
Only one of three goals set a decade ago to help patients manage the disease has been met, CDC finds

February 17, 2011: Knee Replacements Still Work 20 Years Later
Study showed most recipients remained active and pain-free

February 01, 2011: Too Few Get Needed Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs: Study
Medications that slow disease's progression aren't prescribed enough, researchers say

December 23, 2010: Doctor Shortage Adds to Pain of Juvenile Arthritis
Specialists can be hard to find, but new treatment method has shown success, experts say

December 23, 2010: Lifetime of Arthritis Has Not Held Back Teen
College student diagnosed at age 3 has tried gymnastics, pole vaulting and more

November 24, 2010: Tai Chi May Provide Arthritis Relief
Stiffness, fatigue, balance and well-being improved after two months, study finds

November 10, 2010: Women Who Drink Sugary Beverages Raise Risk of Gout
Study found risk increased with consumption of high-fructose drinks

November 08, 2010: Vitamin D No Magic Bullet for Osteoarthritis
It didn't reduce pain or delay disease progression, researchers found

October 29, 2010: Good Marriages May Help Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
But troubled unions don't provide same benefits, study finds

October 07, 2010: Almost One-Quarter of U.S. Adults Have Arthritis
And more than 40% of those folks are limited by it, CDC report shows

September 08, 2010: Statins May Guard Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
Study showed only an association between the two, expert notes

July 30, 2010: Doing Prescribed Exercises May Help Relieve Arthritis Pain
Adhering to recommended routine reduced aches, boosted strength, researchers found

June 29, 2010: Key-Hole Surgery for Knee Injury Doesn't Lower Arthritis Risk
Arthroscopic surgery to repair a torn ligament or injured cartilage doesn't prevent joint disease, study shows

June 17, 2010: Celebrex Appears Easier on Stomach for Arthritis Patients
Diclofenac plus proton pump inhibitor quadrupled risk of gastrointestinal damage, study found

May 25, 2010: Out-of-Pocket Costs Limit Access to Arthritis Drugs
Insurance woes keep rheumatoid arthritis patients from biologic meds, study finds

April 28, 2010: Scientists Discover Substance That Causes Pain
Finding could lead to development of non-addictive painkillers, study suggests

April 28, 2010: Health Tip: Managing Shoulder Arthritis
Suggestions to help control symptoms

April 06, 2010: Long-Term Methotrexate Won't Help Kids With Juvenile Arthritis
Using drug for up to a year did not affect relapse rate, study found

March 30, 2010: Hormone Replacement Might Relieve Arthritis
Researchers speculate that injections in joint fluid may be beneficial

March 06, 2010: Electromagnetic Pulses May Stem Arthritic Knee Pain
New device could improve life quality without side effects, expert says

October 29, 2009: Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Doesn't Promote Cancer
No added risk among patients taking immunosuppressants, research shows

October 28, 2009: New Clues to How Fish Oils Help Arthritis Patients
Findings may boost treatments for other inflammatory diseases, researchers say

September 29, 2009: Those Stilettos Can Hurt You Years From Now
Damage from sandals, slippers and high heels contributes to aching feet later on, researchers say

August 19, 2009: Herb Shows Potential for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Study compares ancient remedy to modern drug, but not the most common, experts say

April 09, 2009: New Drug May Help Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis
Study shows golimumab improved physical function, eased symptoms

March 13, 2009: Weight Loss Might Not Curb Knee Arthritis
Obesity boosts risk, but weight has no overall effect on progression, study says

March 12, 2009: Scientists ID Biomarkers for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Blood samples from women had higher levels of 2 proteins before they developed disease

February 26, 2009: Joint Replacement Soars as Number of Docs Falls
Low reimbursement rates turning many young doctors off the specialty, researcher says

February 22, 2009: Any Old Cane <i>Won't</i> Do
Expert offers tips for choosing one carefully after an injury

February 12, 2009: Drug Reduces Inflammatory Arthritis Symptoms, Lesions
Ustekinumab effective for those who don't respond to current treatments, study finds

February 06, 2009: Gene Therapy May Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis
2 women who got injections report reduced pain and swelling

February 04, 2009: Exercise Key Player in Knee Replacement Recovery
Workouts counter functional decline, could ward off osteoarthritis, study says

January 16, 2009: Rheumatoid Arthritis Hits Women Harder
Study finds more symptoms, greater severity among female patients.

January 13, 2009: Counseling Lacking for Adolescents With Arthritis
Study says more programs needed for transition to adult health care

November 13, 2008: New Therapy Could Transform Arthritis Treatment
Modifying gene called Foxp3 may develop cells capable of suppressing immune response

October 27, 2008: Etanercept, Methotrexate Safe for Juvenile RA
Review finds use, even in combo, an effective long-term treatment

October 02, 2008: Body Fat, Muscle Distribution Linked to RA Disability
More fat on arms, legs tied to more inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, study says

October 02, 2008: Resistance Training Boosts Mobility in Knee Arthritis Patients
Using free weights, isometric exercise tied to overall increase in physical activity levels

September 30, 2008: Popular Supplements Don't Work Against Arthritis: Study
But lead researcher says it's too soon to give up on glucosamine

September 30, 2008: Occupational Therapy Plus Exercise Benefits Osteoarthritis
Taking more active role in their health helps patients stave off decline, study finds

September 29, 2008: Pain More a Cause of Arthritis Than a Symptom
Nerve cells may help spur inflammation, study shows

September 10, 2008: Surgery for Knee Osteoarthritis No Better Than Therapy, Meds
Study found results for both were same 2 years later

September 04, 2008: Scientists Discover How Osteoarthritis Destroys Cartilage
For sufferers of joint disease, finding could lead to preventive treatments, study says

September 03, 2008: New Drug Helps Relieve Gout
Pegloticase normalized uric acid levels within 6 hours for participants in phase II trial

August 22, 2008: Study Examines How Rheumatoid Arthritis Destroys Bone
Enzyme called Smurf1 acts as signaling partner that turns off building-block proteins