What can i do to treat rheumatism?

What and Where: Rheumatism can mean a lot of different things. You can be aching in your joints, in your muscles, in your bursas or your tendons. If there is joint swelling it could be arthritis, but we need a lot more information before we can focus. Rheumatism in general means aches and pains - but we need to know exactly what and where to clarify what is happening.

100's of types: There are over 100 diagnoses that cause "rheumatism, " an older generic term for joint aches and pain. Treatments vary with diagnosis. If you have "rheumatism, " ask your pcp or see a rheumatologist for specific dx.

Treatment: Multiple choices depending on extend of the disease and need for aggressive therapy. All treatment have risk and benefits that must be individualized. Not one size fits all.