Imaging tests may also show early signs of joint damage, such as narrowing joint spaces.
Joint damage from RA is irreversible, so treatment is critical.
An occupational therapist can help you determine which tools are best for you.
Support groups, counselors, and mental health professionals can further help you manage the psychological impacts of RA.
Dr. Biggee also works as a healthcare wellness consultant forSynergy Wellness Centerin Hudson, Massachusetts.
Dr. Biggee brings a human-centered approach to wellness rather than focusing solely on diseases.
She was preceptor for the Lawrence General Hospital Family Medicine Residency.
Joseph Bennington-Castro is a science writer based in Hawaii.
