Top 4 Ways to Help Alleviate Your Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain

At Pacific Rheumatology Medical Center, board-certified rheumatologist Dr. Behnam Khaleghi offers the latest in rheumatoid arthritis pain relief from a whole-person perspective. 

In our Laguna Hills and Tustin, California, offices, we guide strategies to help you feel and move better, focusing on nonsurgical approaches. Here are four of our top picks for beating RA pain.

1. Advanced medications: Biologics that work

When over-the-counter pain relievers fall short, biologic medications can offer powerful relief. Dr. Khaleghi prescribes FDA-approved treatments like Remicade®, Orencia®, Actemra®, Simponi®, and Rituxan® to target specific immune pathways involved in RA. 

These advanced drugs help reduce inflammation, protect your joints, and slow disease progression. Backed by years of clinical research, they’re a cornerstone in rheumatoid arthritis care.

2. Regenerative medicine: PRP & stem cell therapy

RA doesn’t just cause pain, it causes serious tissue and bone damage to change the functionality and appearance of the joints over time. That’s where regenerative medicine comes in. 

We offer stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, which use your body’s natural healing power to help regenerate cartilage, decrease inflammation, and support long-term joint health. Though it can’t reverse RA, it can go a long way in repairing damage and preventing further joint warping.

Evidence shows that PRP is a powerful solution for patients with RA, and stem cell therapy shows similar promise. These nonsurgical options are ideal for patients looking for natural, minimally invasive relief.

3. MLS laser therapy: a high-tech solution

Multiwave Locked System (MLS®) laser therapy is a noninvasive treatment that uses dual wavelengths of light to reduce inflammation, stimulate circulation, and ease joint pain.  

This noninvasive solution is up to 90% effective for rapid inflammation reduction and pain relief.

We customize every plan to fit your needs, but most MLS treatment plans include between 6-12 sessions for best results. It’s safe, painless, and drug-free, so MLS laser therapy may be perfect for patients with RS who need lasting relief without side effects.

4. Lifestyle management with whole-person health

No rheumatoid arthritis treatment plan is complete without addressing the whole person. Dr. Khaleghi works with each patient to develop a personalized strategy that may include anti-inflammatory nutrition, targeted movement or physical therapy, customized supplement plans, and stress reduction techniques. 

We also offer other whole-body wellness support, such as intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy, here in our comfortable offices.

By combining medical care with holistic support, we help you not only to manage symptoms, but to thrive.

Ready to take control of your RA pain?

You don’t have to live in constant RA pain. Whether you're newly diagnosed or looking to improve upon your current treatment plan, Dr. Khaleghi is here to support you every step of the way. 

Call us at 714-266-1458 to schedule an appointment at our Laguna Hills or Tustin, California office today.