http://arthritis-treatment-and-relief.com/
In this site, you’ll discover the most up-to-date conventional and alternative therapies in joint diseases that have been proven to be effective... not just in a sterile laboratory but where it really counts... in the real world.

http://www.centerwatch.com

AOC is now listed as a subscriber to Center Watch Site.  You can use this site to find a wealth of information about clinical research, including listings of more than 41,000 active industry and government-sponsored clinical trials, as well as new drug therapies in research and those recently approved by the FDA. Our site is designed to be an open resource for patients interested in participating in clinical trials and for research professionals.

http://ezinearticles.com/

This website will provide you with the opportunity to read over 60 different publications authored by Dr. Nathan Wei.  You can find information on dieting, exercise, knee pain, and much more.

http://www.medlineplus.gov/
A service of the National Library of Medicine, NIH, this site includes current health news, information on clinical trials, and a dictionary of medical terms.

http://www.arthritis.org/
The official site of the Arthritis Foundation

http://www.veritasmedicine.com/
A resource for trials and treatment options for many clinical disorders, including RA, this site includes the latest clinical treatments and provides e-mail newsletters with articles and trials of interest on request.

http://www.allaboutarthritis.com/
This site contains helpful features for patients including basic information about arthritis, a daily record to track arthritis pain, and "Ask the Expert." The site also includes a glossary of orthopedic terms and a section on how to live with arthritis.

http://www.curearthritis.org/
This is the site of the Arthritis National Research Foundation, an organization that provides funding to help researchers find a cure for arthritis. Offers the latest research information and a bibliography for arthritis-specific information and medical reference sources.

http://www.niams.nih.gov/hi/index.htm
The site of the NIH's National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases includes a selection of various health topics and a plethora of information regarding research activities specific to arthritis, musculoskeletal diseases, and skin disorders.

http://www.rahelp.com/
Features a link to "Arthritis in Motion", a patient newsletter sponsored by Centocor, Inc. The newsletter includes the latest in treatment, diet, nutrition and exercise. The site discusses the role of rheumatologists in the treatment of RA and the impact of arthritis on everyday living.

http://www.remicade.com/
Drug and patient information for infliximab(Remicade). This site includes information on living with RA, educational seminars to help manage the disease, and how to find an RA specialist.

http://www.rheumatology.org/
Sponsored by the American College of Rheumatology, this site contains patient information and fact sheets for a variety of rheumatic diseases.

http://www.rheumatology.hss.edu/
This site is sponsored by the hospital for special surgery in New York City. The information on the site is not limited to RA but includes other arthritic conditions as well. The site offers patient support, reviews of diseases, drug information, and RA specific information, such as how to locate a rheumatologist and RA treatment center.

http://www.iddtherapy.com/
Internal Disc Decompression Therapy (IDD Therapy) is a process that helps cure back pain by decompressing the lumbar spine. This allows fluids and nutrients back into the discs and relieves pain. This site includes information about the procedure and will help you determine if IDD Therapy would be something that would be the best option for you.

http://www.arthritis-treatment-guide.com/

Information about Arthritis Treatments and Pain Prevention methods to reduce the effect of arthritis pain. Information on relaxation and coping tips like aromatherapy, hypnosis and yoga.

http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/medicanet/conditions-and-treatments_arthritis_arthritis-treatment.html

Arthritis can affect people of any age group or sex. This is a painful and debilitating disease that can adversely affect many unfortunate enough to be its victims.

We welcome you to join the joint disease forum. This is a place where you can exchange ideas with others. Learn what other people are doing to help themselves with their pain.

http://www.selfgrowth.com/completetopics.html

SelfGrowth.com is one the single largest community of self improvement, success and health experts on the Internet.  We have 2,671 experts providing content and networking through our site that includes everything from Success, Health and Finances to Relationships and Spirituality.

http://www.1b11.com/

Do you know which signs point to arthritis symptoms? If not, you should arm yourself with as much knowledge on this disease as possible. In addition to the general signs arthritis presents, each form of arthritis tends to present a peculiar result in the body.

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