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Treatment for Arthritis

Primary care physicians can generally treat routine symptoms of osteoarthritis, but may refer patients to specialists (e.g., orthopedic surgeons) to address specific issues. Patients who have rheumatoid arthritis lupus, fibromyalgia, or another form of arthritis are usually referred to a rheumatologist for diagnosis and treatment.

Treatment goals for both OA and RA are to control pain and inflammation, to maintain or regain mobility, and to control and monitor the...Read the full article