Rheumatoid Arthritis

Note This topic is the continuation of the topic ́s: Rheumatoid Arthritis Synonyms in a broader sense Rheumatoid Arthritis (R. A.RA) Chronic polyarthritis (c. P.cP) Disease from the rheumatic form, primarily chronic polyarthritis (pcPp. c. P.) Therapy rheumatoid arthritis The therapy orients itself at the activity of the inflammation and at the stage of the … Therapy rheumatoid arthritis

Physical therapy For pain relief and muscle relaxation, e.g. heat or cold therapy, electrotherapy, medical baths, massage, ultrasonic sonography, exercise bath. Psychosomatics The aim is to prepare the patient for a life with rheumatoid arthritis and to strengthen the willingness of the patient to cooperate in the therapy. Furthermore, relaxation techniques (e.g. progressive muscle relaxation … Physical therapy | Therapy rheumatoid arthritis

Medicated local therapy In the acute stage, compresses of the affected joint can be made several times a day with cold NSAR gels (e.g. Voltaren ® Emulgel) or cold quark. In chronic stages, it is better to use blood circulation-promoting ointments (e.g. Thermo Reumon ® Cream). In the case of acute infestation of one or … Medicated local therapy | Therapy rheumatoid arthritis

Course and prognosis The course of chronic polyarthritis extends over years and cannot be predicted at the time of diagnosis. In most cases (50-70%), chronic polyarthritis progresses gradually with only short partial remissions. Full remission means a complete loss of disease symptoms. Partial remission means that most of the symptoms have disappeared. Approximately 15-30% are … Course and prognosis | Therapy rheumatoid arthritis