Find Relief from Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
Are you struggling with the chronic pain and persistent fatigue of rheumatoid arthritis? You’re not alone. At Danforth Pain Clinic, we understand the struggles that come with managing these symptoms. Our specialized team is dedicated to providing personalized treatment plans to help you regain control and improve your quality of life. Let us help you live with less pain and more freedom.
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What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that leads to inflammation, pain, and potential joint damage. It typically affects multiple joints on both sides of the body, resulting in limited range-of-motion.
Common rheumatoid arthritis symptoms include:
Joint pain and Swelling: Especially small joints in the hands, wrists, and feet.
Morning Stiffness: Joint stiffness upon waking that lasts up to an hour or more.
Fatigue: Persistent fatigue and overall lack of well-being.
Symmetrical Joint Involvement: Often affects joints on both sides of the body equally.
Rheumatoid Nodules: Firm lumps that develop around pressure points under the skin.
Low-Grade Fever: Mild fever caused by inflammation.
Loss of Appetite: Decreased desire to eat.
Dry Eyes and Mouth: Lack of moisture leading to discomfort.
Numbness or Tingling: Inflammation can lead to nerve compression, causing a numbing or tingling sensation.
What Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What Causes Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues, leading to the inflammation of the synovial lining – the tissue surrounding joints. While the exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis remains a mystery, certain factors may contribute to the development of this chronic condition.
These are the common risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis:
Genetics
Environmental Factors
Hormonal Factors
Immune System Dysfunction
In order to prevent rapid joint damage, it’s important to recognize the signs of rheumatoid arthritis. Early diagnosis and timely intervention are key to successful rheumatoid arthritis treatment. When it comes to rheumatoid arthritis vs. degenerative arthritis, each condition requires a novel approach.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment
At Danforth Pain Clinic, we provide comprehensive care tailored to your specific needs and stage of rheumatoid arthritis. Our treatment options focus on relieving pain and inflammation, improving joint function, and increasing energy. We offer:
Pain Management: Using the latest techniques to relieve chronic pain.
Physical Therapy: Customized, low-impact exercises to strengthen muscles, reduce stiffness, and improve range-of-motion.
Medication Management: Tailored pharmacological approaches to reduce pain and inflammation and help improve mobility.
Lifestyle Guidance: Nutritional advice, stress management, assistive devices, and more to help you manage symptoms effectively.
Why Choose Danforth Pain Clinic?
At Danforth Pain Clinic, our team of experts adopt a collaborative approach to chronic pain, placing you at the centre of individualized care. We can help alleviate pain symptoms, improve range-of-motion, and increase mobility. Our team of experts has extensive experience in managing chronic pain, addressing all aspects of the condition to improve your overall quality of life in undefined.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, a referral from your family doctor is not required. You can self-refer or obtain a referral from your family doctor.
Please wear comfortable clothes, and bring a medication list, and any imaging that would assist our doctors in the diagnosis and management of your chronic pain.
Yes, there is free parking on the side streets or paid parking on Danforth Ave.
Yes, any visit with a doctor at our clinic is covered under OHIP.
Let us help you live with less pain and more freedom. Contact us today for your personalized treatment plan.