Autoimmune disease where the
immune system attacks the
joints. Joint pain, tenderness,
swelling and stiffness for 6
weeks or longer, morning
stiffness for 30 minutes or
longer, more than 1 joint is
affected, the same joints on
both sides of the body are
affected, fatigue, loss of
appetite, and a low-grade fever
Non-Drug
Treatments/Lifestyles
Modifications
Heat & cold therapies, Orthotics & splints,
Therapeutic exercise, Healthy eating with an
anti-inflammatory diet and plenty of rest
Ongoing Monitoring
Periodic labs for Serum
C-reactive protein levels,
X-rays for progression or
remission of disease
activity, Reduction of signs
& symptoms, TB testing
prior to & during
treatment and Monitor for
skin cancer