Author: Kim Zapata

It's official! We will be moving to our new location later this month. Click here to read more about our relocation details. New AOCBV Building Location We will be closed October 17th and 18th and will reopen in our new location October 21. The new address will be 1725 Birmingham Dr. College…

Stress is a common trigger for Lupus flares. Therefore, managing stress levels is necessary for anyone suffering with this disease. We have put together a few stress management tips for Lupus. Stress Management Tips for Lupus Experiencing stress while having a chronic disease, such as Lupus, can become a vicious circle….

Women with Rheumatoid Arthritis often notice changes in their symptoms during pregnancy. In fact, many have fewer symptoms when they pregnant. However, some may experience a flare during pregnancy. Therefore, we will discuss what you need to know about Rheumatoid Arthritis and pregnancy. Rheumatoid Arthritis and Pregnancy How Does RA…

Few things in life are more painful than a Gout flare-up. Therefore, if you wake up in the middle of the night with a joint that is tender, swollen, red and radiating heat, you will want to act fact. We have put together a few tips on how to manage…

In honor of Memorial Day, our office will be closed on Monday, May 27th. CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY We will resume our normal business hours on the following Tuesday.

Arthritis is an umbrella term to describe inflammation of the joints. However, there are different types of arthritis, including Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Osteoarthritis (OA). While RA and OA both affect your joints, they are extremely different forms of the same broader condition. RA is an autoimmune condition, while OA…

Taking action at the very first sign of a Psoriatic Arthritis flare-up can help to ease your symptoms and minimize its effects, including joint damage. Therefore, we have put together a few ways on how to manage Psoriatic Arthritis flare-ups. How to Manage Psoriatic Arthritis Flare-Ups A variety of factors…

Adding your foods to your balanced diet may help ease the symptoms of your Arthritis. Therefore, we will answer the question, "What to eat to help your joints?" What to Eat to Help Your Joints Fish Some types of fish are good sources of inflammation-fighting omega-3 fatty acids. In addition,…

AOCBV accepts most major insurance plans, including Baylor Scott & White Health Insurance. If you do not see your insurance listed below, please contact us to speak with one of our knowledgeable staff members about your individual coverage. We Accept MAJOR INSURANCES AOCBV participates in the following insurance programs: As…

Many have probably heard that people with various forms of arthritis have long been said to be able to predict the weather. "Do the seasonal changes affect Rheumatoid Arthritis?" is a common question our patients who suffer from this autoimmune disease ask. Therefore, we will discuss Rheumatoid Arthritis and the…