Rheumatology Care

Any illness, syndrome, or disorder that causes pain in your joints, connective tissues, and soft tissues close to bones and joints can be treated by a rheumatologist. In fact, there are over 200 diseases that rheumatologists specialize in. The most common are:

• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Psoriatic Arthritis
• Osteoporosis
• Gout
• Lupus
• Tendinitis
• Low Back Pain
• Polymyalgia Rheumatica
• Fibromyalgia

Once they’ve diagnosed your specific disorder, your rheumatologist will design an all-encompassing treatment plan to minimize your pain.

According to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Network, studies show eating anti-inflammatory foods such as fruits, veggies, and cold-water fish (rich in omega-3 fatty acids) can reduce the inflammation experienced with RA. Avoiding processed foods can also help. Our nutritionists can guide you.

It is possible, but rare. Our experts can guide you with a treatment plan. Clinical remission (or RA remission) occurs when a person with RA feels better and their symptoms are under control. Remission means your disease is no longer active and is typically the result of taking medication or other types of treatment. Periods of remission can make you feel like your RA is gone, at least for a short time.

The understanding of rheumatic and autoimmune diseases is constantly evolving. Rheumatologists have specialized training and certifications specific to these conditions and their symptoms. Our qualified rheumatology care team can help minimize joint pain and improve mobility.

Autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) cause your body to attack its bones, joints, and cartilage, which can cause high inflammation, joint swelling, and pain.

To manage your symptoms and have a good quality of life, we recommend:

• • Regular Physical Activity
  • Eating a Nutritious Diet
  • Heat And Cold Therapy
  • Balancing Activity With Rest
  • Addressing Stress and Anxiety

Our rheumatologists can develop a customized rheumatology care plan to treat your RA symptoms and help you live better.

A screening procedure called a DEXA bone density test can show if you are likely to develop osteoporosis. It is the most accurate test, measuring the density of your bones to detect if you have this disease or are at risk. Your rheumatologist may also collect blood or urine samples to help diagnose osteoporosis.

Infusion therapy is IV medication administered to autoimmune patients to stop the progression of their disease. These medications target different disease pathways and block them at the cellular level. There is no cure for autoimmune diseases, but they are highly treatable. IV infusion therapy allows for a better quality of life. At IBJI, our infusion therapy is done under the guidance of our board-certified rheumatologists and we offer an array of medications to meet the needs of every patient.