Who can diagnose arthritis?
Making an arthritis diagnosis may take some time. It may involve a primary care doctor, a rheumatologist, a pain specialist and an orthopaedist. They are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions and some conditions have similar symptoms.
What kind of doctor treats arthritis in hands?
An orthopedic hand specialist is trained and knowledgeable in various treatments that can ease the symptoms of arthritis in the hands and wrists. A hand specialist who is also a hand surgeon can perform surgical procedures that can help repair damaged joints and tendons in the hand due to arthritis.
What kind of arthritis does a rheumatologist treat?
They treat all types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. If there’s a chance you have something other than osteoarthritis, you will be sent to a rheumatologist. They provide treatment for joint diseases, including prescribing medications and giving injections. They do not perform surgery.
What kind of doctor should I See for joint pain?
If you have joint pain and think it might be arthritis, you may wonder what type of doctor you should see. Should you go to an orthopaedist or a rheumatologist or some other specialist? Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission.
When do you need to see a doctor for arthritis?
Choosing a doctor is something we all need to do at some point in our lives. That’s especially true when you’re dealing with arthritis. Often the doctor we need is dictated by our condition – and how urgently we need one. If you have a cut that needs stitches, you need a technician, and you need one now.
Are there any alternative therapies for arthritis?
Alternative medicine. The slow, stretching movements associated with yoga and tai chi may help improve joint flexibility and range of motion in people with some types of arthritis. Massage. Light stroking and kneading of muscles may increase blood flow and warm affected joints, temporarily relieving pain.