Rheumatology & Arthritis Care

Any illness, syndrome, or disorder that causes pain in your joints, muscles, and soft tissues close to bones and joints can be treated by a rheumatologist. Also, our rheumatologists specialize in osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease. In fact, there are over 200 diseases in which rheumatologists specialize. The most common are:

• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Dermatomyositis/Polymyositis 
• Fibromyalgia
• Gout/Pseudogout
• Joint pain (low back pain, Knee pain, neck pain, hand pain, etc.)
• Lupus and autoimmune disorders
• Mixed connective tissue disease
• Osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis/Osteopenia
• Polymyalgia rheumatica
• Psoriatic arthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Scleroderma
• Sjogren’s Syndrome
• Vasculitis 

Once they’ve diagnosed your specific disorder, your rheumatologist will design an all-encompassing treatment plan to minimize your pain.

Studies show eating anti-inflammatory foods such as fruits, veggies, and cold-water fish (rich in omega-3 fatty acids), can reduce the inflammation experienced with inflammatory diseases. Avoiding processed foods can also help. Our nutritionists can guide you.

It is possible. Our experts can guide you with a treatment plan. Clinical remission occurs when a person feels better and their symptoms are under control. Remission means your disease is no longer active and is typically the result of taking medication or other types of treatment.

If you are experiencing stiff, painful and swollen joints, an OAK rheumatologist can help you sort through the many possible causes and arrive at a personalized treatment plan. This could include lifestyle modifications, utilization of the newest medication therapies, and/or collaborating with other OAK colleagues to address the root cause of your concerns. The understanding of rheumatic and autoimmune diseases is constantly evolving. Rheumatologists at OAK have specialized training and certifications specific to these conditions and their symptoms. Our qualified rheumatologists can help minimize joint pain and improve mobility.

Autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) cause your body to attack its bones, joints, and cartilage, which can cause high inflammation, joint swelling, and pain.

To manage your symptoms and have a good quality of life, we recommend:

• Regular physical activity
• Eating a nutritious diet
• Proper sleep
• Balancing activity with rest
• Addressing stress and anxiety
• Pharmacologic treatment as indicated for the specific condition offered via prescription and also at our on-site infusion center

A screening procedure called a bone density test (DXA) is used to diagnose this condition. We have DXA scanners on-site at several of our locations.

Infusion therapies include IV medications administered to treat autoimmune disorders and osteoporosis to stop the progression of the disease. These medications target different disease pathways and block them at the cellular level. There is no cure for autoimmune diseases, but they are highly treatable. IV infusion therapy allows for a better quality of life. 

At OAK, our infusion therapy is done under the guidance of our board-certified rheumatologists and expert nurses. We offer an array of FDA-approved medications for multiple autoimmune diseases and osteoporosis to meet the needs of every patient. Our infusion center is conveniently located on-site. We manage all aspects of your infusion care including authorization and scheduling. We aim to create a process that is as seamless and stress-free as possible.