Latest Rheumatology News
Joint Mobilization Plus Exercise Beneficial for Knee Osteoarthritis
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Patellar mobilization therapy plus exercise has the potential to reduce pain and improve function and quality of life for patients with knee osteoarthritis, according to a phase 2 study published Nov. 12 in the Annals of Family Medicine.
Higher Cardiovascular Risk Seen With Psoriatic Arthritis
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Cardiovascular risk should be carefully evaluated in patients with psoriatic arthritis, according to a study published online Nov. 5 in the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases.
Four Principles Underlie Patient and Family Partnership in Care
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Patient and family partnership in care should include treatment of patients and families with dignity and respect, their active engagement in all aspects of care, and their contribution to the improvement of health care systems and education of health care professionals, according to a position paper published online Nov. 27 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Bone Erosions More Frequent With Old Age at Onset of Early RA
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Old age at onset of early rheumatoid arthritis is associated with more frequent bone erosions, according to a study published online Nov. 11 in the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases.
Age-, Joint-Specific Ultrasound Reference Values Set for Healthy Joints
Holding DMARDs at Time of COVID-19 Vaccine Not Warranted in Those With Inflammatory Arthritis
Lower Vertebral Bone Mineral Density Linked to Cognitive Decline
Rheumatic Immune-Related AEs With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors More Severe Than Previously Reported
1 in 3 With Lupus Take Supplements, Medications With Potential for Interactions
Low Hydroxychloroquine Intake, Blood Levels Linked to ASCVD Risk in Lupus
Anifrolumab Tied to Lower Hospitalization, Infection Risk in Lupus
Updated COVID-19 Shot Beneficial for Those With Autoimmune Rheumatic Disease