Based in Denton, Texas, Dr. Jamie Gottlieb is a spinal surgeon who focuses on patient-centered care for a variety of neck and lower back issues. Conditions addressed at Dr. Jamie Gottlieb’s practice range from aging spine to rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
A type of autoimmune disease, RA occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the joint linings. This causes inflammation in healthy tissue, joint swelling, and pain that can damage the joint over time. This damage is typically not reversible; as a result, it is important to identify and monitor rheumatoid arthritis as early as possible.
One distinguishing feature of RA is that it is symmetrical and impacts joints on both sides of the body, from knees to wrists. In addition to swelling, symptoms to watch for are joints that experience redness and seem warmer than usual. While there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, a number of drugs can be effective in slowing joint damage and relieving symptoms. These include disease-modifying antirheumatic (DMARD) and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medications.
Dr. Jamie Gottlieb 