Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects many joints in the body, but especially those in the hands and feet. It causes inflammation, swelling, and pain around the joints and in other body organs. Rheumatoid arthritis can often be hard to diagnose in the early stages due to the lack of early signs and symptoms, which can mimic other diseases.*
If you feel that you may have rheumatoid arthritis or have been recommended to see a specialist, the NYSI is here for you. Our orthopedic specialists can help diagnose and treat rheumatoid arthritis, and when required, can perform surgery.
Our orthopedic team at the NYSI is dedicated to offering high-quality care and customized treatment options for our patients with ligament injuries.
Under the leadership of Alexandre B. de Moura, M.D., FAAOS, our combined team of orthopedic surgeons, pain management specialists, physical therapists, and spine surgeons offer comprehensive treatment plans.
To help serve our community in every way we can, our staff speaks a variety of different languages including Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, German, and Russian.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects millions of people in America. It commonly affects the hands and feet first, but can occur in any joint. Often, it will involve the same joints on both sides of the body. If you have RA, you may experience stiff joints especially in the morning or after sitting for long periods of time. Some individuals experience fatigue or simply feel unwell.*
