Physical Therapy Archives - Clinical FAQ Your go-to source for addressing common clinical medicine questions, empowering you to make informed decisions and stay up-to-date on the latest medical breakthroughs Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:46:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://clinicalfaq.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Clinical-FAQ-Favicon-512x512-1-150x150.png Physical Therapy Archives - Clinical FAQ 32 32 Patient Guide: Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) https://clinicalfaq.com/rheumatology/patient-guide-rheumatoid-arthritis-ra/ https://clinicalfaq.com/rheumatology/patient-guide-rheumatoid-arthritis-ra/#respond Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:46:20 +0000 https://clinicalfaq.com/?p=400 Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease characterized by joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced range of motion, with potential systemic complications. Diagnosis involves medical history, physical examination, blood tests, and imaging studies, while treatment typically includes medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes. The primary goals of treatment are managing symptoms, reducing inflammation, and slowing disease progression.

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Patient Guide: Osteoarthritis https://clinicalfaq.com/orthopaedic-surgery/patient-guide-osteoarthritis/ https://clinicalfaq.com/orthopaedic-surgery/patient-guide-osteoarthritis/#respond Sat, 22 Apr 2023 23:05:51 +0000 https://clinicalfaq.com/?p=397 Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced joint mobility. While there is no cure, treatments focus on managing symptoms, improving joint function, and enhancing quality of life through lifestyle changes, pain management, physical therapy, and in severe cases, surgery. It is crucial for patients to work closely with their healthcare provider to develop an appropriate treatment plan and ask questions to better understand their condition.

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