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Arthritis Treatment for Pain Relief

Pain is the primary symptom associated with arthritis. Learn which types of treatment and disease management strategies can provide you with relief, so you can take an active role in your care.

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Acupuncture for Arthritis

By Laken Brooks

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Pain Medications and Narcotics for Arthritis Patients

Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD

Ways to Manage Your Arthritis Pain

Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD

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Mud Bath Therapy for Arthritis

By Carol Eustice

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CDC Guidelines for Opioids and Arthritis Patients

Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH

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Does Magnet Therapy Help Arthritis?

Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD

What Is the Best Anti-Inflammatory Medication (Nsaid)?

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD

The 3 Best Paraffin Baths of 2020

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

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What You Should Know About NSAIDs for Arthritis

Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD

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The Most Effective Tylenol for Your Symptoms

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD

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Dual NSAID Users Increase Risk of Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD

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5 Tips for Arthritis Relief

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD

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Foot Spa Helps Soothe Arthritic Feet

By Carol Eustice

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The 6 Best Foot Warmers for People With Arthritis of 2020

Fact checked by Ashley Hall

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Hot or Cold Gel Packs for Pain and Inflammation Relief

Medically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MD

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Physical Therapy Goals for Arthritis Patients

Medically reviewed by Erin Pereira, DPT, OCS

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How to Manage Arthritis Flare-Ups

Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD

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Choosing the Right Analgesic to Relieve Arthritis Pain

Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD

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Acetaminophen: Uses, Dosage, Precautions, Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD

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Can You Take Tylenol With an NSAID?

Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO

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Can Low-Dose Aspirin Be Taken With NSAIDs?

Medically reviewed by Rony Kampalath, MD

Extra Strength Tylenol

Extra Strength Tylenol Use and Overdose

Medically reviewed by Violetta Shamilova, PharmD

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Taking Proton Pump Inhibitors When You Have Arthritis

Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD

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What's the Best Way to Take Pain Medication?

Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD

Muscle Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor

Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD

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The 6 Best Arthritis Creams of 2020

Fact checked by Ashley Hall