David Blyweiss, M.D.

When I say “joint pain,” what comes to mind? For most people, it’s osteoarthritis. But there are a number of other conditions that can cause joint pain.  Known collectively as arthralgia, generalized joint pain also includes rheumatoid arthritis (RA)—an autoimmune disorder that causes stiffness and pain due to inflammation of the joints and surrounding tissues. Another reason your joints hurt may be bursitis—inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs that cushion and pad bony prominences that allow muscles and tendons to move freely over the bone. Continue reading →