Question

What is the treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?

Answer 1

• Your doctor will make a plan based on your needs, including: Medications
• Rest and exercise
• Splints and special arthritis aids that take pressure off of painful joints
• Managing stress
• Avoiding foods that trigger inflammation
• Eating foods that curb inflammation, such as omega-3 fatty acids found in fish such as salmon or in flax oil
• Regular medical checkups
• Physical therapy
• Surgery if joints are severely damaged There are different types of drugs for RA. You would take some of them for pain and others to slow or stop the disease.