Aches and pain

Fatigue (tiredness)

Hard lumps or bumps near joints

Joint redness or warmth

Reduced range of motion

Stiffness

Swelling

Weakness

Arthritis – chronic (ongoing) condition that causes pain, redness and swelling in the joints and connective tissue in people of all ages.  

Bursitis – inflammation of a closed, fluid-filled sac (bursa) found between tissues near the large joints, usually the shoulders, elbows, hips and knees.

Gout – deposits of uric acid crystals build up in the joints, often triggered by consuming rich foods, alcohol, seafood or stress or chronic medical conditions like high blood pressure.

Lupus – condition that affects the joints, tendons, skin, blood vessels and other organs, including the brain, heart, lungs and kidneys.

Osteoarthritis – a type of arthritis that involves the gradual breakdown of cartilage in the joints and can cause bone spurs and affect movement.

Polymyalgia rheumatica – sudden onset of aching and stiffness, most commonly affecting the neck, shoulders and hips and occurring in the morning or after long periods of inactivity. 

Polymyositis – inflamed or irritated muscles that can lead to weakness and muscle loss and impact walking, lifting, breathing and eating.

Psoriatic arthritis – a type of arthritis linked to psoriasis (a chronic skin and nail disease) and can affect the hands, fingers, feet, toes, lower back and spine.

Rheumatoid arthritis – a type of arthritis that can become severe and cause lumps or nodules near the joints, hand deformities and lung or heart damage.

Rheumatoid vasculitis – inflammation of the blood vessels which causes blockages that can lead to muscle weakness, tissue death, loss of feeling and fatal heart problems.

Scleroderma – disease that causes abnormal connective tissue growth that can affect the joints, skin and internal organs, and worsens overtime.

Sjogren syndrome – keeps the glands from making enough moisture, affecting the mucus membranes and other organs and body systems including the joints, kidneys and the vascular system.

Tendonitis – inflammation of a tendon (cord that connects the muscles and bones), or the lining of the tendon, commonly found in the shoulders, fingers and thumbs. 

Lifestyle changes – such as increasing physical activity, reducing weight or learning relaxation techniques.

Medications – oral and topical medicines including corticosteroids, pain relievers, antirheumatic drugs and anti-inflammatories.

Physical therapy and rehabilitation – special exercises led by physical and occupational therapists to help build strength and improve movement and function.

Injections – delivers medicines, such as corticosteroid injections or anti-inflammatories directly to the joint, tendon or muscle using a needle. 

Infusion therapy – gradually delivers medicines, such as corticosteroids, antirheumatic drugs and other therapies through an IV (intravenously).

Surgery – if needed, our team can refer you to an orthopedic surgeon within our network for tendon repair, joint replacement or fusion. 

Comprehensive services from board-certified rheumatologists and care teams dedicated to your whole health and healing.

Referral to other specialists as needed, including orthopedic surgeons, spine specialists, rehabilitation specialists and pain management specialists – all within our system.

Specialized clinics for X, Y, Z. 

Advanced imaging services onsite, including X-ray, ultrasound, MRI and more.