Nov 25, 2024 · The ACR has released a summary of a new 2024 guideline for the screening, treatment, and management of Lupus Nephritis.

Apr 6, 2022 · The ACR/AAHKS released updated guidelines for the perioperative management of antirheumatic medications among patients undergoing TJA.

Sep 12, 2022 · Facet hypertrophy, also known as facet joint hypertrophy, occurs when facet joints in the spine are enlarged as a result of injury, arthritis, or increasing age.

Corticosteroids, also known as corticoids or steroids, are anti-inflammatory drugs used to treat a wide range of conditions such as asthma, allergies, arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease. They can be administered in various forms, including tablets, injections, inhalers, lotions, gels, or suppositories.1 This class of drugs works by mimicking cortisol, a …

Mar 5, 2024 · Throughout 2024, the FDA issued new drug approvals and expanded treatment indications across various rheumatologic diseases.

Nov 19, 2024 · Lorecivivint was effective for managing symptoms of moderate to severe knee OA while providing structural benefits.

Nov 15, 2022 · A typically uniarticular condition, hydroxyapatite (HA) crystal deposition disease (HADD) is marked by the presence of hydroxyapatite crystals in the periarticular soft tissues, especially the tendons. HA is a mineral found in normal bone, but when it builds up in and around the joints it can cause inflammation, tenderness, and pain.

Dec 11, 2024 · The most common adverse events reported with both treatments were mild to moderate gastrointestinal-related side effects. Tirzepatide provided superior weight loss when compared with semaglutide in the SURMOUNT-5 trial.

Jun 18, 2021 · The ACR released updated guidelines for the management of patients with RA to serve as a tool to support clinician and patient decision-making.

Sep 25, 2024 · A population-based US study demonstrated significantly reduced odds of kidney stone formation among beer and wine drinkers, but not liquor consumers, compared with nondrinkers.