RA SymptomsRheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Symptoms and Complications

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms are different for each person who has this long-term disease.

RA Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore

Rheumatoid arthritis can have many symptoms. Some are signs of complications that put your organs, or your life, at risk.

Why RA Is Different for Everyone

Rheumatoid arthritis varies from person to person, partly based on their genes. That means the treatments can differ too.

LocationsWhen RA Affects Your Hands and Fingers

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect any joint in your body, including those in your hands and fingers.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) in Elbows

When you have RA, you’re likely to feel it in multiple joints. There’s a good chance you’ll also feel it in your elbows.

How Does Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Affect Your Shoulders?

RA is a condition that affects your joints, often in the hands, wrists, and knees. It can also affect your shoulders.

Can You Get Rheumatoid Arthritis in a Knee?

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect your knees and many other joints in your body.

Hip Rheumatoid Arthritis

RA is commonly associated with joints of the hands and wrists, but it can also affect larger joints, such as the hips.

Joint PainHow to Manage RA Pain: 9 Tips

Most people with rheumatoid arthritis have some pain. You can take steps to keep it from stopping you.

Stretches for RA Hip Pain

RA in the hip causes pain in the hips, thighs, or groin. Stretching can relieve stiffness and improve range of motion.

Joint StiffnessDoes Joint Stiffness Mean I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Although stiff joints are a classic symptom of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you can also get them for other reasons.

How to Manage Morning Stiffness

Morning stiffness is common in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It may also be a symptom of other joint conditions.

Prevent Joint Damage From Rheumatoid Arthritis

When your rheumatoid arthritis flares up, it's important to prevent damage to your joints.

Flare-Ups & Triggers12 RA Triggers to Know

Part of successful rheumatoid arthritis (RA) management is understanding what triggers your flares.

How to Prevent Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares

RA symptoms can be a rollercoaster. One day, you're feeling good, but the next morning, pain and stiffness can flare up.

Self-Care During RA Flares

Your RA can flare up by doing too much. Or maybe you did nothing out of the ordinary. You can have a flare for no reason.

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Food Allergies/Sensitivities

One-third of people with RA say certain foods worsen their symptoms. There’s plenty of evidence to back this up.

Symptom TrackingHow to Track Your Symptoms

Writing down your RA symptoms helps you remember what happened, when, and what they were like.