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Rheumatology
Treating persistent aches and pains
At Corewell Health, we provide patient-centered, multidisciplinary-team care for rheumatic and autoimmune conditions. Our team of experts works together to deliver personalized treatment plans aimed at reducing joint pain and managing conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. However your quality of life has been compromised, our goal is helping you get it back.
Giving your body the attention it deserves
A lot of inflammatory conditions fall under rheumatology. Most of these chronic pain conditions affect the musculoskeletal system—the joints, ligaments, bones, and tendons. They can also be autoimmune in nature, where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy cells.
Common rheumatic conditions we treat
Musculoskeletal pain
Pain in the muscles, bones, or joints that can make it hard to move or do everyday activities.
Musculoskeletal disorders
Conditions that affect the muscles, bones, and joints, sometimes causing pain, swelling, or stiffness.
Myositis
A condition where the muscles become weak or sore because of swelling or damage.
Osteoarthritis
A disease that wears down the joints over time, causing pain and stiffness, especially in the elderly.
Osteoporosis
A condition where bones become weak and break easily because they lose strength over time.
Rheumatoid arthritis
A disease where the body’s immune system attacks the joints, causing pain, swelling, and stiffness.
Common autoimmune conditions we treat
Gout/pseudogout
A painful condition caused by crystals building up in the joints, leading to sudden, intense swelling and discomfort.
Lupus
An autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system attacks its own organs and tissues, causing symptoms like rashes and joint pain.
Polymyositis
A disorder that causes muscle inflammation, leading to weakness and difficulty with movement, especially in the arms and legs.
Scleroderma
A condition where the skin and sometimes internal organs harden and tighten, which can disrupt normal function and cause discomfort.
Systemic lupus erythematosus
An illness that causes widespread inflammation and damage to various organs, leading to symptoms like fatigue, rashes, and joint pain.
Vasculitis
Inflammation of blood vessels that can affect blood flow and damage organs, often causing pain, swelling, and other serious complications.
Pediatric rheumatology
Our specialists offer specialized services for juvenile arthritis and related conditions.
The answers and treatment you need
At Corewell Health, finding answers begins with an accurate diagnosis. Once we understand what’s causing your pain, we can recommend medication management and innovative therapies. In all regions of Michigan, we offer imaging-guided joint injections, and in both West Michigan and Southwest Michigan, we also provide fluid aspiration for effective pain relief. We can also provide education on managing rheumatic and autoimmune diseases, so you can relieve the pain and reclaim your quality of life.
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