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Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
General treatment for rheumatoid arthritis includes:
  • Warm compresses
  • Rest for painful joints:
    • Walker
    • Crutches
    • Cane
  • Physical therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
  • Occupational therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
  • Medications for rheumatoid arthritis
  • Joint replacement surgery for rheumatoid arthritis Videos
    • For severely damaged joints
  • Rheumatoid arthritis clinical trials
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Last Updated: Oct 2, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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