# Rheumatoid Arthritis

- Link: https://carolinaona.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/
- Published: 2019-02-05T17:04:58-05:00
- Author: Dallas Clifton

## About Rheumatoid Arthritis

What is it and what are my treatment options?

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### Rheumatoid Arthritis Overview

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder where the body mounts an immune attack
on joint bone and cartilage. Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms can make it hard to perform
many day-to-day movements without pain. Patients are encouraged to make an appointment
with a Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates’ (CONA) specialist as soon
as symptoms present. Early treatment decreases symptoms and prevents rheumatoid 
arthritis from becoming worse.

## **Symptoms & Causes**

Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms include:

 * pain
 * stiffness
 * swelling
 * tenderness

Symptoms present in the affected joint. Fatigue, fever and weight loss may also 
occur.

The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is not unknown. Known risk factors include:

 * Age (40-60)
 * Family history
 * Gender (women)
 * Obesity
 * Tobacco use

## **Common Treatments:**

Nonsurgical treatment options treat the majority of rheumatoid arthritis cases. 
After a thorough consultation, a CONA specialist may recommend:

 * Corticosteroids
 * Disease-modifying rheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
 * Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs)
 * Occupational therapy
 * Physical therapy

Surgery may be recommended to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis that does not respond
to nonsurgical treatment. A CONA specialist restores joint anatomy and function 
during surgery.

## Make an Appointment⏎  with a CONA Specialist

Please make an appointment with a CONA specialist if you experience rheumatoid arthritis
symptoms and would like to receive an official diagnosis and customized treatment
plan.

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### 4 Convenient Locations

![NorthGroveoffice1](https://carolinaona.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/NorthGroveoffice1-
425x202.jpg "Rheumatoid Arthritis")

#### NORTH GROVE CAMPUS

1330 Boiling Springs Road
Suite 1600Spartanburg, SC 29303Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00
p.m.

![Duncan Office CONA](https://carolinaona.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Duncan-
Office-CONA.jpg "Rheumatoid Arthritis")

#### DUNCAN OFFICE

115 Deacon Tiller Ct.
 Duncan, SC 29334 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

![Neuro Office CONA](https://carolinaona.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Neuro-Office-
CONA.jpg "Rheumatoid Arthritis")

#### NEUROSURGERY OFFICE

1075 Boiling Springs Road
 Spartanburg, SC 29303 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

![Dr Mina Office](https://carolinaona.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Dr-Mina-Office.
jpg "Rheumatoid Arthritis")

#### Greer Office Dr. Mina

2755 South Highway 14
 Suite 2350 Greer, SC 29650 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.