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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.
Radiofrequency ablation
Radiofrequency Ablation: Preparation, Procedure, Recovery
By Cristina Mutchler
Etodolac prescription
Etodolac: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Blister pack of pills
Safer NSAID Alternatives
Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH
Hispanic man examining prescription bottle in kitchen - stock photo
Orudis: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
By Mark Gurarie
Arthritis knee pain
Nabumetone: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Senior customer showing prescription to female doctor. Cashier is assisting elderly woman at checkout counter. They are standing at pharmacy.
Piroxicam: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Hand exercises for arthritis
Natural Remedies for Arthritis in Hands
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Driving a high performing pharmacy with teamwork - stock photo
Advil (Ibuprofen) and Prednisone: What You Should Know
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Instructions on a pill bottle - stock photo
Clinoril: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Feeling Awful - stock photo
Is It Safe to Drink Alcohol While Taking Zorvolex (Diclofenac)?
By Mark Gurarie
Pink pills with glass of water isolated on white background - stock photo
What You Should Know About Voltaren (Diclofenac) and Advil (Ibuprofen)
By Mark Gurarie
Ointment on the hands of an elderly person. Applying the ointment and emollient cream in the treatment and hydration of the skin . Problem skin in old age - stock photo
Trixaicin: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Pharmacist advises woman on drug interactions
Etodolac Interactions: What You Need To Know
Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH
Patient having knee injection by medical provider
Prolotherapy: What It Is, Conditions Treated
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Baking soda
How Baking Soda Fights Inflammation
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Senior opening jar with arthritic hands
Advil Arthritis: What You Need to Know
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Mixed race doctor taking medication - stock photo
Oxycodone: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Precautions
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Applying Zostrix capsaicin cream to hand
Zostrix Cream: Uses, Side Effects, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
woman holding medication and glass of water
Tylenol Arthritis: What You Need To Know
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Woman Using Laptop Holds Wrist in Pain
PainBloc24: Uses, Side Effects, and Precautions
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Female health care provider holding an orange medicine container while explaining the prescription to a male patient.
Side Effects of Indocin (Indomethacin)
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Hispanic man examining prescription bottle in kitchen
Side Effects of Celebrex (Celecoxib)
By Krystina Wagner
A woman lays, her knee close to the camera. Five acupuncture needles are in her knee
Acupuncture for Arthritis
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Chinese man taking medication
Pain Medications and Narcotics for Arthritis Patients
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
Shoulder pain
Ways to Manage Your Arthritis Pain
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Woman applying mud to shoulder
Mud Bath Therapy for Arthritis
By Carol Eustice
illustration of prescription pills
CDC Guidelines for Opioids and Arthritis Patients
Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH
Magnet therapy.
Does Magnet Therapy Help Arthritis?
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
pills
What Is the Best Anti-Inflammatory Medication (Nsaid)?
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Hand Modeling
The 3 Best Paraffin Baths of 2020
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Woman pouring pills
What You Should Know About NSAIDs for Arthritis
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Tylenol tablets on a table
The Most Effective Tylenol for Your Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Man talking to pharmacist.
Dual NSAID Users Increase Risk of Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Doctor with older patient
5 Tips for Arthritis Relief
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD
Feet in a vibrating foot massager. Electric massage bath. Foot bath before a pedicure
Foot Spa Helps Soothe Arthritic Feet
By Carol Eustice
Sharper Image foot warmers
The 5 Best Foot Warmers for People With Arthritis of 2021
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
Person using cold compress
Hot or Cold Gel Packs for Pain and Inflammation Relief
Medically reviewed by Kashif J. Piracha, MD
physical therapist working with a woman's knee
Physical Therapy Goals for Arthritis Patients
Medically reviewed by Erin Pereira, DPT, OCS
Woman reading on couch with blanket
How to Manage Arthritis Flare-Ups
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
prescription bottles
Choosing the Right Analgesic to Relieve Arthritis Pain
Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MD
Bottle of acetaminophen
Acetaminophen: Uses, Dosage, Precautions, Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Mary Choy, PharmD
Doctor giving patient pills
Can You Take Tylenol With an NSAID?
Medically reviewed by Rochelle Collins, DO
Close up of senior's hands taking pill from pill organizer
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
Young lady holding her chest with a doctor
Taking Proton Pump Inhibitors When You Have Arthritis
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Man taking a pill.
What's the Best Way to Take Pain Medication?
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Muscle Pain
Muscle Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Woman applying cream to hands, close-up
The 6 Best Arthritis Creams of 2021
Fact checked by Ashley Hall