Rheumatology and Arthritis
What if simple tasks such as opening a jar, climbing stairs or typing weren’t so easy anymore? Joint-related pain is frustrating and can happen to any person at any age. Carle Clinic Rheumatology and Arthritis offers consultations, diagnosis and treatment for patients afflicted with rheumatic and autoimmune diseases. Limiting pain, increasing mobility and improving our patient’s quality of life are at the core of our program.
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SERVICES INCLUDE:
- Treatment for:
- Rheumatic diseases
- Arthritis
- Vasculitis disease
- Musculoskeletal disease
- Autoimmune diseases
- Inflammatory diseases
- Bone diseases
- Joint diseases
Treatments for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis include:
- Medication – oral medication for osteoarthritis and both oral and IV infusions for rheumatoid arthritis
- Joint aspiration
- Steroid injections
- Referral to physical therapy
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