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Keeping rheumatoid arthritis pain under control requires a toolbox of techniques. This can include both allopathic (Western) approaches, as well as alternative treatments. One of these is massage. In my new slideshow for HealthCentral, I took a look at how massage can help RA:

“Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic illness that affects many parts of the body. It is perhaps most well-known for causing joint pain as inflammation attacks cartilage, which has the potential to create damage. People who have RA often use a variety of techniques and tools to deal with their pain, including medication, heat and ice, rest, and more. But they may be wary of massage, worried that it will cause more pain that it relieves. Let’s take a look at RA and massage.”

Read more about RA and massage on HealthCentral.