Reliable Online Rheumatology Resources
Resources are plentiful in the digital age. Type “rheumatology” into a web browser and you’re immediately pointed to thousands of sites. Evaluating the quality of these, and the information they provide, is daunting.
We identified several websites to help you find accurate information. These resources can provide insight into your disease and how to manage symptoms. They are available to help you navigate your rheumatology journey, physically and emotionally.
Four of the most popular stops for our patients:
- Arthritis Foundation – Patient Fact Sheets: Information about types of arthritis, treatments, and overall arthritis management.
- American College of Rheumatology – Diseases and Conditions: A list of diseases with links to descriptions of each.
- American College of Rheumatology – Treatments: Information about the most common medications and therapies used to treat rheumatic diseases.
- OrthoInfo – Diseases & Conditions: Articles about mechanical problems and exercises to do at home.