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Gout is a painful condition that occurs when the bodily waste product uric acid is deposited as needle-like crystals in the joints and/or soft tissues. In the joints, these uric acid crystals cause inflammatory arthritis, which in turn leads to intermittent swelling, redness, heat, pain, and stiffness in the joints. In many people, gout initially affects the joints of the big toe (a con...more

Understanding Gout with Rick C. Chatwell M.D. Flash Player 8 or better is required to view this video. Click here to download the free upgrade.   Hello, I’m Dr. Rick Chatwell, Board Certified Rheumatologist with the Arthritis Center of Nebraska. I am particularly interested in Gouty Arthritis and Crystalline forms of Arthritis – diseases which can result in extremely pai...more

Clinical Research Center The Clinical Research Center was established in 1976 to offer our patients a treatment alternative at a time when fewer effective treatments were available. Our participation in clinical research has also allowed us the opportunity to be on the "cutting edge" of new developments in the treatment of rheumatic disease. We work with major pharmaceutical companies who ...more