If you’re experiencing tightness or pain in your joints or muscles that does not go away after a few days, a WVU Medicine rheumatologist can help you develop a treatment plan to improve your quality of life. Our expert providers are specially trained to diagnose diseases of the bones, joints, muscles, and surrounding tissues.
Conditions We Treat
WVU Medicine Rheumatology provides the most advanced care, diagnosis, and treatment for many conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles, including:
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Bursitis
- Chronic back pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout
- Inflammatory myopathies
- Lupus
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Scleroderma
- Sjogren’s syndrome
- Tendonitis
- Vasculitis
Treatments and Services
We’re committed to providing you with the best possible care for chronic conditions like arthritis. Our expert providers from several medical disciplines collaborate for your care and use the most current diagnostic methods to determine the medical issue you’re facing. With our advanced treatment methods, WVU Medicine Rheumatology can help you get back to your daily routine.
Evaluation methods may include:
- Biopsy to search for any abnormal cells under a microscope
- Blood tests to find any antibodies related to certain medical conditions
- Ultrasound or MRI to examine any bone damage or inflammation
- X-rays to look for any changes in bone, joint, or soft tissues
Treatment methods may include:
- Topical or oral anti-inflammatory medications to treat pain
- Disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) or biologics to decrease inflammation and slow progression of certain diseases
- Injections with local anesthetics and steroids
- Physical therapy and exercise to maintain muscle strength
- Referrals for joint repair or reconstructive surgery when necessary
Appointments and Directions
855-WVU-CARE (855-988-2273)
600 Suncrest Towne Centre Drive
Morgantown, WV 26505
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Clinic Hours
Monday – Friday
8 am – 5 pm
