Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. It's one of the most common reasons for disability in the United States, and it affects many million people worldwide. Unfortunately, there's no cure for arthritis. But there are some treatments that can help manage symptoms and keep them under control. Here are some of your options: Medications: There are several different types available to treat arthriti  Read More

There is no cure for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, but there are medications that can help treat the symptoms. 1. The first step in treating juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is to control the inflammation that occurs in the joints. 2. Your doctor may prescribe a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) like ibuprofen or naproxen or a corticosteroid like prednisone. These drugs are designed to reduce  Read More

"Camptomelic syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of certain bones in the body. It is most commonly found in children, but it can also affect adults. Camptomelic syndrome is diagnosed through a physical exam, and it can be confirmed with X-rays and/or CT scans. Camptomelic syndrome is caused by a mutation in the FGFR2 gene. This gene controls how your body grows bones, especially those of the hands and feet. When a pe  Read More

There is no cure for connective tissue disease, but there are medications that can help treat symptoms. The first step in treating any type of connective tissue disease is to see your doctor and get a diagnosis. From there, you'll start working with them to find the right treatment plan for your specific condition. That might mean taking medications like steroids or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to  Read More

Diaphyseal dysplasia Camurati-Engelmann (DCD) is a genetic disorder that affects the growth of bones in children and young adults. It is caused by a mutation in the COL2A1 gene, which encodes a protein called type II collagen. This mutation results in an abnormal production of type II collagen, causing the bones to grow abnormally and become weak over time. The disease causes progressive limb deformities, joint pain, and arthr  Read More

Brachial plexus palsy, also known as Erb's palsy, is a paralysis or weakness of the arm caused by an injury to one or more nerves that control and supply the muscles of the shoulder and upper extremities (upper brachial plexus). It is more commonly seen in newborns (neonates) and is often the result of a difficult delivery. When it occurs in adults, the cause typically is an injury that has caused stretching, tearing or other trauma to the bra  Read More

Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), also known as Landouzy-Dejerine muscular dystrophy, is a neuromuscular disorder. Symptom onset usually occurs in adolescence or early adulthood; however, less commonly, symptoms may become apparent as early as infancy or early childhood.The disorder is typically initially characterized by weakness of facial, shoulder, and/or upper arm muscles. Associated abnormalities may include an im  Read More

A herniated disc is a condition in which the annulus fibrosus is damaged, enabling the nucleus pulposus (which is normally located within the center of the disc) to displace and protrude off the center. It compresses the nerve or spinal and causes spinal cord dysfunction. Treatment The treatment is either surgical or non-surgical. 1. Non-surgical treatment -Non-surgical treatment is the primary a  Read More

There is no cure for Kniest chondrodystrophy, but there are some medications that can help control symptoms. The most common treatment is a drug called prednisone, which can be used to treat inflammation and swelling associated with the disease. Doctors will also often prescribe pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen to help manage symptoms like joint pain and stiffness. Treatment options include surgery,  Read More

Spinal muscular atrophy type 3 is an inherited progressive neurodegenerative disease. SMA is caused by alterations (mutations) in the genes that make proteins needed to support motor neuron function. The degree of genetic involvement determines what type of SMA you have as well as the severity of symptoms.1 Since SMA is a genetic condition, there are no specific lifestyle factors known to cause or prevent it.  Read More