A little stiffness getting out of bed, or a knee that aches after a long walk, most people write it off as a normal part of getting older. But when joint pain and stiffness stick around for weeks, come with swelling, or show up in the same joints on both sides of the body, it may be a sign of arthritis, not aging. The Sign Most People Miss Arthritis isn't one condition, it's an umbrella ...
Waking up with stiff, aching shoulders and hips is easy to write off as just getting older. But for many older adults, that pain and stiffness may point to something more specific: polymyalgia rheumatica, an inflammatory condition that can come on quickly and interfere with everyday movement, from getting out of bed to reaching overhead. What Most Patients Don't Know: Polymyalgia rheumatica is frequently mistaken for normal aging, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or fibromyalgia. Because the ...
That Swollen Finger Might Not Be an Injury: It Could Be an Early Warning Sign of Psoriatic Arthritis. Most people assume a puffy, swollen finger means they jammed it, slept on it wrong, or overdid it at the gym. But if you have psoriasis and notice that an entire finger or toe has swollen uniformly from tip to base, that is a different story entirely. That is something a rheumatologist needs to see. The Sign ...
Recognizing the signs your body may be trying to tell you If you have ever joked about always carrying water with you, or you keep eye drops in every bag, purse, and car you own, you might be managing more than just dry eyes and a dry mouth. You could be living with Sjögren's syndrome, a chronic autoimmune disease that is often overlooked for years. July 23 marks Sjögren's Disease Awareness Day, making this summer ...
Every gout medication that exists today, every treatment that has given patients their lives back, started with someone who said yes to research. That person could be you. May 20 is both Clinical Trial Day and World Autoimmune Arthritis Day, and this year, we are asking our gout patients one simple question: What if your experience with gout could help millions of people live better lives? Why Gout Research Matters Right Now Gout is the ...
The Journey from Laboratory to Life-Changing Treatment Every medication you take, every treatment that brings you relief, started as an idea tested in a clinical trial. Real patients, facing real challenges just like yours, chose to participate in research, and their courage created the treatments that help millions today. This month, we want to show you the incredible impact clinical research has made in rheumatology, and how participating in trials today could shape the future ...
Most gout patients live in fear of the next attack, wondering if they’ll end up in the ER at 2 am or miss important life events because of sudden, debilitating pain. We’ve built our practice around one core promise: you shouldn’t have to suffer through flares or navigate gout alone. Expert Care: The OAOC Gout Clinic At Overlake Arthritis and Osteoporosis Center, our Gout Clinic provides specialized, comprehensive care. What makes our Gout Clinic different? ...
If you're living with gout, you know how debilitating a flare can be. But did you know that even between flares, gout may still be silently damaging your joints? This hidden phase, called intercritical gout, is why ongoing management is essential, not just when you're in pain. What is Intercritical Gout? Intercritical gout is the "quiet" period between acute gout flares. You might feel perfectly fine, no pain, no swelling, no redness. But low-level inflammation ...
Don't leave valuable healthcare benefits on the table as the year comes to a close. As December approaches, it's time to think about more than just holiday plans. For patients managing arthritis or osteoporosis, the end of the year is crucial for maximizing healthcare benefits before they reset on January 1st. Understanding Year-End Insurance Most insurance deductibles reset to zero on January 1st. If you've already met your deductible, services before December 31st may cost ...
Is knee pain or a stubborn soft-tissue injury slowing you down? At Overlake Arthritis, Osteoporosis, and Infusion Center in Bellevue, we offer Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, a natural, minimally invasive treatment that uses your body’s own platelets and growth factors to reduce pain and support tissue repair. Many patients experience meaningful relief with little downtime and no surgery. What is PRP and how does it help? PRP is made from a small sample of your ...
