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Gout (High levels of uric acid)

WEBGout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis, affecting as many as 1 million Canadians. Gout can happen when there is too much uric acid in the bloodstream. Uric …

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Osteoarthritis Resources for Clinicians

WEBThe Osteoarthritis (OA) Tool has been developed for primary care providers who are managing patients with new or recurrent joint pain consistent with OA in the hip, knee or …

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Better to know Arthritis Society Canada

WEBArthritis Society Canada is dedicated to extinguishing arthritis. We represent the six million Canadians living with arthritis today, and the millions more who are impacted or at risk. …

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Osteoarthritis Patient Journey Arthritis Society Canada

WEBSymptoms. You may experience the following signs and symptoms in one or more affected joints: occasional and intermittent pain, aching, morning stiffness lasting less than 30 …

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Arthritis Facts, Figures and Statistics Arthritis Society Canada

WEBExcept where specified otherwise, these facts and figures are drawn from the Status of Arthritis in Canada report (August 2019) and update (September 2021) developed by the …

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Managing gout Arthritis Society Canada

WEBYour healthcare provider will likely advise you to limit alcohol, especially wine and beer, to one drink a day for women and two a day for men. For Dr. MacMullan, sugary drinks like …

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

WEBYour first line of medication therapy begins with 1 to 3 disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs). Most common: methotrexate (pills or injections weekly) with folic acid …

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Colchicine for gout Arthritis Society Canada

WEBArthritis Society Canada’s national office is located in Toronto (Tkaronto), which is the traditional territory of many nations, including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the …

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Mental Wellness Self-Assessment

WEBDealing with the challenges of arthritis and day-to-day stresses can have an impact on our mental health, but there are steps you can take to improve your

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Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Options Arthritis Society Canada

WEBMedication options for short term use or flares. Biologics or other targeted treatments. You may need to be screened for tuberculosis or other infections before starting medications. …

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Duloxetine, second-line agent for treatment of osteoarthritis

WEBDuloxetine is a second-line agent for treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee that has not responded to acetaminophen or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). …

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The Link Between Emotions and Arthritis Pain

WEBResearchers recognize that pain is affected by five interconnected factors: physical problems caused by injury, surgery or disease; tense muscles; fatigue; mental stress: …

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Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis (DISH)

WEBThe mild symptoms in people with early DISH are often blamed on “normal aging”. Overall, patients with DISH tend to have higher levels of back pain and stiffness than the general …

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Rheumatologists & Medical Professionals Arthritis Society Canada

WEBA rheumatologist normally will diagnose inflammatory forms of arthritis. A rheumatologist will assess, investigate, and manage: acute and chronic joint inflammation seen in most …

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Mental Wellness for Older Adults with Arthritis

WEBCoping with Sadness, Depression, Worry and Anxiety. Managing the challenges of arthritis and adapting to the changes it brings can take a toll on our mental health. Additional life …

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Medical Cannabis

WEBMedical Cannabis. Since 2001, medical cannabis has been a legal treatment option in Canada for certain health conditions, including arthritis. While cannabis can’t cure …

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