Your body does not need sugar and neither does your diet. Cutting sugar and simple carbohydrates out of your diet helps reduce intake of empty calories and may contribute to weight loss.
The primary doctor to treat arthritis may be an internist, a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and medical treatment of adults, or a rheumatologist, a doctor who specializes in arthritis and other diseases of the bones, joints, and muscles. As treatment progresses, other professionals often help. These may include the following: Orthopaedists: Surgeons who specialize in the treatment of, and surgery for, bone and joint diseases. Physical therapists: Health professionals who work with patients to improve joint function.
It can make a difference in how your RA goes. These doctors treat arthritis and other problems of the joints, bones, and muscles. If you donât have one, ask your regular doctor for a referral. You can also look on your insurance plan âs list of providers. Or check the website of the American College of Rheumatology (click on âFind a Rheumatologist). Your rheumatologist will: 1  Do joint exams to look for swelling and changes in strength or how well the joint moves. 2  Give you X-rays and blood tests. 3  Give you a questionnaire at least twice a year about what you can do.