How Is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Treated?

There is no cure for RA, but there are treatments that can help control the symptoms and slow down the disease. These include medications like painkillers, steroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). Physical therapy, keeping active, and using heat or ice packs can also help manage pain and stiffness. In some cases, surgery might be an option.