Rheumatoid Arthritis
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder causing pain, inflammation and swelling of the hands, wrists, elbows, shoulder, ankles and feet.
RA impacts 1-2% of the general population and carries significant risk with family history.
RA is a highly treatable condition with a rheumatologist’s help!
How can Dr. Brett help me?
If you have rheumatoid arthritis and are looking to optimize your health and treatment, Dr. Brett is here to help. Through an integrative view of your health and with expertise in rheumatoid arthritis, Dr. Brett can optimize your medications, take an in-depth look at nutritional options and provide intensive lifestyle intervention to keep you functioning at your best.
Dr. Brett also believes in early intervention before RA emerges in at risk individuals. Through early screening with history, exam and laboratory studies, we can identify many individuals before RA begins. Additionally, expert Integrative Medicine consultation with Dr. Brett can potentially reduce your RA risk long term.