by telrheum | Apr 6, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis
The ARCTIC REWIND study explored the long-term effects of reducing and stopping tumor necrosis factor inhibitor (TNFi) treatment in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who were in sustained remission. The study involved randomly assigning patients who had been in...
by telrheum | Apr 1, 2024 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Uncategorized
The study explored the effectiveness and safety of auricular vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) in treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Earlier small or uncontrolled studies suggested VNS could reduce RA symptoms. In this larger, controlled trial, participants with active...
by telrheum | Mar 23, 2024 | Autoimmune Diseases, Arthritis Supplements, Gastrointestinal, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis
The gut microbiome, an intricate community of microorganisms residing in our digestive tract, plays a pivotal role in shaping our health and disease states. Recent research has illuminated its significant influence on the immune system, particularly in the context of...
by telrheum | Mar 23, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis, Viral Infections
Paxlovid’s Effectiveness Paxlovid, comprised of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, has been recognized for its effectiveness in treating COVID-19. It works by inhibiting the protease of SARS-CoV-2, preventing the virus from replicating. Studies indicate that it...
by telrheum | Mar 21, 2024 | Biologic Therapy, Rheumatic Drugs, Rheumatoid Arthritis
The presentation of RA typically involves symmetric joint pain, stiffness, and swelling, most commonly affecting the hands, wrists, and feet. The stiffness is often worse in the morning or after periods of inactivity, lasting for more than thirty minutes. RA can also...
by telrheum | Mar 18, 2024 | Rheumatic Drugs, Biologic Therapy, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Spondyloarthritis
Arthritis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of one or more joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced range of motion. It affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact quality of life. There are several types of...
