Rheumatology is the study of rheumatic diseases. This multidisciplinary branch of medicine deals with diagnosing, managing, and investigating patients with many different and related conditions primarily affecting the joints, but also showing many extra-articular manifestations. These are mostly chronic inflammatory conditions affecting connective tissues like bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
Many rheumatic diseases are autoimmune disorders, like inflammatory arthritis. Other musculoskeletal conditions start with an injury and may turn into a chronic disorder when the injury doesn’t heal properly. They also manifest in skin, cardiovascular, lung, kidney, or gastrointestinal conditions. Most rheumatic diseases are complex or multifactorial entities with pathogeneses that interact with multiple genetic factors and many diverse environmental factors. Diagnosing these conditions involves looking at blood tests and imaging studies. Treatment for these conditions can include a variety of medications, injections, and physical therapy.
Rheumatology in Queens, NY
The Division of Rheumatology at Jamaica Hospital provides consultations for patients in Queens NY who develop rheumatological disorders, such as osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.
There is a twice-monthly arthritis clinic and bone mineral density testing for diagnosing osteoporosis. Patients who require a rheumatologist in Queens will find staff members to be knowledgeable and compassionate.
Don’t Delay Treatment
Although muscle and joint pain isn’t always serious, it’s important to get evaluated if symptoms are persistent. Without proper treatment, joint damage can become permanent. One of our highly qualified specialists can work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan so you can feel your best.
Rheumatology Services
Lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that attacks the tissues and organs of the body. Inflammation caused by lupus can affect various body systems, including the joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis. It occurs when the cartilage that lines your joints is worn down or damaged, and your bones rub together when you use that joint.
Osteoarthritis can affect any of your joints, but most commonly develops in your hands, knees, hips, neck (cervical spine), or lower back (lumbar spine).
Osteoarthritis can affect any of your joints, but most commonly develops in your hands, knees, hips, neck (cervical spine), or lower back (lumbar spine).
Psoriatic arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects some people who have psoriasis, a disease that causes red patches of skin topped with silvery scales.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting more than just your joints. This condition can damage several of the body’s systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart, and blood vessels.
Spondyloarthropathies, including ankylosing spondylitis
Spondyloarthropathy is a progressive inflammatory disease that typically causes lower back pain and stiffness. Other common symptoms include heel pain, swollen fingers, and eye inflammation.
Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the joints in your spine. It usually develops in your sacroiliac joints (where the bottom of your spine joins your pelvis). It causes typical arthritis symptoms like pain and stiffness, but also causes digestive symptoms, rashes, and weight loss.
Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the joints in your spine. It usually develops in your sacroiliac joints (where the bottom of your spine joins your pelvis). It causes typical arthritis symptoms like pain and stiffness, but also causes digestive symptoms, rashes, and weight loss.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus is a chronic autoimmune disease that attacks healthy tissue. It can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and other organs.
We treat rheumatology patients in Queens, NY, at the following facilities:
TJH Medical Services, P.C.
Jamaica Hospital–Axel Building
134-20 Jamaica Avenue
Jamaica, New York
Jamaica, New York
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Book your visit with absolute confidence that you will receive the care you need. Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is proud to service the local community, and our patients value our person-centered, compassionate approach. Our friendly staff is standing by to answer any questions you might have. We encourage Queens NY rheumatology patients to contact us today for further information on consultation, diagnosis, and treatments.
