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What to Do When the Doctor Says It's Rheumatoid Arthritis: Stop your Pain, Become More Active, and Learn How to Talk to Your Doctors - Softcover

Winnie Yu; Harry D. Fischer

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9781592331468: What to Do When the Doctor Says It's Rheumatoid Arthritis: Stop your Pain, Become More Active, and Learn How to Talk to Your Doctors

Synopsis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful, incurable connective-tissue disease that attacks the hands, feet, and joints and may lead to deformities and permanent disabilities. This book, written by a doctor and health journalist will offer comprehensive medical advice and lifestyle information for the nearly three million Americans who suffer from this disease.

The book uses mind-body techniques and alternative medicine to cope with the pain and discomfort, including information on:

  • Pain relief
  • Exercise
  • Nutrition
  • Managing your relationship with your doctors

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About the Author

Winnie Yu is a freelance writer who writes frequently about health and is coauthor of What to Do When the Doctor Says It's Diabetes. Her work has appeared in numerous national publications, including Woman's Day, Fitness, and Weight Watchers.Harry D. Fischer, M.D. is chief of the Division of Rheumatology at Beth Israel Medical Center and St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital Center, both in New York. He is also associate professor of clinical medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

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