GLP-1 medications have transformed the treatment of obesity and metabolic disease. We know these medications can lead to significant weight loss—but many patients are asking a deeper question: Could GLP-1 medications also help reduce inflammation? Possibly.

A bone density scan, also called a DEXA scan, measures the strength of your bones. It helps determine whether someone has normal bone density, osteopenia, or osteoporosis.

“Should I use heat or ice?” The answer depends on what you're treating. While both can help relieve pain, they work in different ways and are most effective in different situations.

One of the most common misconceptions I hear is that women should simply stop all arthritis medications once they become pregnant. In reality, the goal is not to stop treatment at all costs. The goal is to keep both mother and baby as healthy as possible.

Sleep problems are incredibly common, and in rheumatology, they are especially important. Poor sleep is closely linked with chronic pain, fatigue, and increased inflammation.

When we think about chronic rheumatic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, or vasculitis, we often focus on the person living with the condition. But behind many patients is a circle of people who help carry the load.

As we head into the summer months, many people are looking forward to spending more time outdoors. If you have lupus, however, sunshine may be more than just a source of warmth and fun—it can also be a trigger for disease activity.

One of the more interesting aspects of rheumatology is that diseases do not always read the textbook before showing up in clinic.

Hip pain is something I see often, and one of the most important clues is where the pain is located. Different areas of pain can point to very different causes.