Rheumatology

Aching joints, ongoing fatigue, muscle pain, or symptoms without a clear cause can make everyday life more difficult and frustrating.

At Winona Health, we make it easy to connect with a rheumatology specialist so you can get expert care without leaving your community. Whether you are experiencing arthritis symptoms, joint inflammation, autoimmune disease, or unexplained pain and fatigue, we are here to help you understand what is causing your symptoms and what comes next.

Rheumatology is the medical specialty focused on conditions that affect the joints, muscles, connective tissues, and immune system.

Rheumatologists diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, lupus, Sjogren’s syndrome, fibromyalgia, vasculitis, and other autoimmune diseases. When identified early, many of these conditions can be better managed to reduce pain, protect joints, and help maintain your quality of life.

Our rheumatology specialists help evaluate, diagnose, and manage conditions that can affect how you feel and function every day.

We can help with:

• Joint pain, swelling, and stiffness
• Arthritis and inflammatory joint conditions
• Muscle pain and fatigue
• Autoimmune diseases
• Lupus and Sjogren’s syndrome
• Rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis
• Gout and other causes of joint inflammation
• Fibromyalgia and chronic pain concerns
• Symptoms that may not yet have a clear diagnosis

If needed, we may recommend laboratory testing, imaging studies, or other diagnostic evaluations to better understand your symptoms and guide treatment.

We work closely with your primary care provider and other specialists to develop a personalized treatment plan focused on reducing symptoms, protecting joint health, and helping you stay active and independent.

If you have been dealing with ongoing symptoms, getting the right answers can make all the difference. We focus on helping you understand what is happening, exploring treatment options, and supporting you along the way so you can feel more comfortable and confident in your daily life.

To schedule an appointment with a rheumatologist, you may need a referral from your primary care provider. Call 507.457.7648 to get started.

Rheumatologists specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, muscles, connective tissues, and immune system. Common conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, lupus, fibromyalgia, Sjogren’s syndrome, vasculitis, and other autoimmune diseases.

You may benefit from seeing a rheumatologist if you experience persistent joint pain or swelling, joint stiffness, ongoing fatigue, muscle pain or weakness, symptoms of arthritis, recurrent inflammation, unexplained autoimmune symptoms, or pain and stiffness that interfere with daily activities. Early evaluation may help identify the cause of your symptoms and connect you with treatment options that can improve your comfort, mobility, and quality of life.