Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that does not have a cure yet. The symptoms can be controlled with Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs). The drug regime needed varies patient to patient. Strict followup with a trusted rheumatologist is best for disease control and management of side-effects of the medications.

Arthritis pain can be managed with anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, and maintaining a healthy weight. Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune type, has no cure but can be controlled with disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) and biologics to reduce inflammation and prevent joint damage. Regular exercise and a balanced diet also help.

DMARDs slows down the progression of the disease while NSAIDs like acetominophen,ibuprofen etc are used for short term relief of arthritis pain .
Heating pad and regular exercise may also help in relieving pain.