Unprescribed Dietary Behaviors and Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use in Arthritis Management: A Call for Patient‐Centered Dialogue

Key Points

• This research aims to examine the use of unprescribed dietary behaviors and complementary therapies in managing arthritis.
• Qualitative analysis of patient-reported experiences with dietary and alternative therapies.
• Focus on the gap between prescribed and unprescribed treatment options.
• Emphasis on the need for patient-centered conversations regarding management strategies.
• Many patients engage in dietary practices not recommended by healthcare providers.
• Patients frequently utilize alternative therapies despite a lack of clinical endorsement.
• There is a notable need for open discussions between patients and healthcare providers.