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Any new treatment for RA. ?

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Seattle, WA

Any new treatment for RA? Sick of being a slave to drug companies. Even if they can cure this disease tomorrow, I doubt it if they would. No money to be made, keeping people sick and miserable is serving them better.

December 7, 2025
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Vagal Nerve Stimulation was just approved by FDA for RA. Look up Setpoint Medical for more info. Stimulator gets implanted on the vagus nerve. It stimulates the nerve for 1 minute a day while you sleep. Suppresses the overactive immune system. One surgery and done.

December 9, 2025
myRAteam

What new treatments are available for RA?

It's completely understandable to feel frustrated with the challenges of managing RA. While there's currently no cure, treatment options have expanded significantly over recent decades.

Beyond traditional DMARDs like methotrexate, newer treatment categories include:

* Biologic Show Full Answer

What new treatments are available for RA?

It's completely understandable to feel frustrated with the challenges of managing RA. While there's currently no cure, treatment options have expanded significantly over recent decades.

Beyond traditional DMARDs like methotrexate, newer treatment categories include:

* Biologic DMARDs - These target specific proteins causing inflammation, like TNF inhibitors (Humira, Enbrel, Remicade) and non-TNF biologics
* Targeted synthetic DMARDs - Oral medications like Xeljanz that interfere with specific immune system pathways
* Combination therapies - Using multiple medications together often works better than single drugs alone

These newer options can be more effective with potentially fewer side effects because they target specific parts of the immune system rather than broadly suppressing it. Beyond medications, complementary approaches can support your treatment plan:

* Mindfulness and meditation
* Massage therapy
* Acupuncture
* Cannabis/CBD (where legal)
* Dietary changes focusing on anti-inflammatory foods

Many myRAteam members have found relief combining biologics with lifestyle adjustments, exercise, and alternative therapies. One member shared success after 13 years of trial and error, finding CBD oil worked for them.

Working with your rheumatologist to create a shared treatment plan tailored to your needs and preferences may help you feel more in control of your care rather than controlled by it.

December 7, 2025

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