Rheumatism is a general term that describes pain and stiffness in the joints and muscles. It is often caused by inflammation or diseases like arthritis. Full definition
(The tiger additive was intended to replicate a now banned traditional Chinese medicine treatment for rheumatism of tiger bone powder in wine; that concoction also is hawked online and in newspaper ads as a cure for all ailments.) (scientificamerican.com)
Two new studies presented at the European League Against Rheumatism Annual Congress (EULAR 2016) have shown that the use of gene profiling designed to predict a positive response to treatment in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients is following the lead from its use in cancer treatment. (sciencedaily.com)
Curcumin seems to be able to reduce the symptoms of rheumatism as well, like the swelling of the joints, and that with no side effects. (whereismyspoon.co)