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In The Know: Rheumatology & Arthritis
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Preventing Arthritis
Many people do not realize that there are steps you can take to minimize your chances of getting arthritis in the future. While you cannot control factors like inherited genes from your parents, there are many other risk factors you can control.
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Fallon Clinic Rheumatology is
welcoming new patients!
Click here to view a listing of our doctors and
our Fallon Clinic sites that offer Rheumatology.
Expert care for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders
It is estimated that over 40 million Americans suffer from arthritis and other rheumatic diseases that cause pain and swelling in the joints and connective tissue. In fact, arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States. Although many people ignore their joint problems at first, early treatment is the best way to prevent potential disability in the future.
The Division of Rheumatology at Fallon Clinic offers expert care and treatment of arthritis and other rheumatic diseases that affect the body’s joints, muscles, bones, skin and other tissues. Our board-certified rheumatologists are specially trained to identify rheumatic diseases in their earliest stages, including all forms of arthritis, osteoporosis, autoimmune diseases such as lupus, musculoskeletal pain and other problems.
Rheumatic diseases are complex, and the advanced training of Fallon Clinic rheumatologists allows them to develop the best course of treatment possible. From the latest medications, injections and specialized physical therapy, at Fallon Clinic you will be ensured of receiving state-of-the-art treatment for your condition.
Regaining Mobility
Treatment of rheumatic illnesses often involves the care of other health care professionals. At Fallon Clinic, our rheumatologists work closely with our Department of Rehabilitation to help patients regain mobility and enhance their quality of life. Other Fallon Clinic health care professionals such as social workers can help patients and their families deal with the many challenges of living with a rheumatic disease.
Fallon Clinic rheumatologists are also dedicated to conducting research to find the best treatments for rheumatic illnesses, as well as imparting their knowledge to the next generation of physicians at local institutions.
Whether you are suffering from arthritis, osteoporosis or another rheumatic illness, at Fallon Clinic you will always receive the most modern and comprehensive care possible. If you would like to learn more about the diagnosis, care and treatment of rheumatic illnesses please visit the resources below.
Fallon Clinic Rheumatology Department
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Our other locations that have Rheumatology care include Auburn, Leominster, Milford and Millbury.
Key Arthritis & Rheumatology Resources:
Arthritis Foundation: www.arthritis.org
The Arthritis Society: www.arthritis.ca
American College of Rheumatology: www.rheumatology.org
American Pain Foundation: www.painfoundation.org
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