Rheumatism is a chronic self-immunological disease that mainly affects the joint, leading to inflammation, pain and potential joint deformation. Prevention of joint deformation is an important objective in RA management, as it not only affects the function of the joint but also significantly reduces the quality of life of patients. Below are some of the strategies and methods to prevent the deformation of the joints:
Early diagnosis and treatment
(b) Timely access to medical care: in the event of symptoms of RA, such as joint pain, swelling and early morbidity. Early diagnosis can help to start treatment in a timely manner and prevent joint damage. Anti-Rheumatizing Medicines (DMARDs) to improve the state of the disease: These drugs, such as ammonium butterflies, can slow the progress of the disease and reduce the risk of joint damage. Early use of DMARDs is key to preventing joint deformation.
2. Drug treatment
Biological agents: Biological agents (e.g., TNF inhibitors) can provide more anti-inflammatory effects and prevent joint damage for patients with traditional DMFAS.
Inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and sugary cortex hormones: These can help to relieve pain and inflammation, but are mainly used for short-term symptoms control and need to be carefully used over time.
Physical treatment and rehabilitation
Physical therapy: Professional physiotherapists can develop personalized exercise plans to maintain joint flexibility and muscle strength. Regular exercise helps to reduce rigidity and pain.
Functional exercise: The muscle strength around the joint is enhanced by specific exercise, which provides better joint support and reduces the risk of deformation.
4. Lifestyle adjustments
Healthy diet: Ingestion of foods, such as fruit, vegetables and fish, rich in antioxidants and Omega-3 fat acids, helps to reduce inflammation.
Weight management: Maintaining healthy weight reduces the burden of joints, especially for heavy joints such as knee joints.
Tobacco cessation and alcohol limitation: smoking and overdrinking can increase the symptoms and disease progression of RA, and smoking cessation and alcohol limitation are important lifestyle adjustments.
5. Joint protection strategy
Correct postures and movements: Be careful to maintain the right postures and movements in daily activities and avoid maintaining a position for long periods of time or repeating them.
Dispersion of pressure: Use of large joints instead of small joints to perform tasks, such as pushing doors with shoulders rather than fingers. Avoid overuse: rationalize work and rest time and avoid overuse of joints.
6. Regular follow-up and monitoring
Periodic inspection: periodic follow-up and review to monitor disease activity and treatment effectiveness. Treatment plans are adapted to the needs to ensure optimal disease control.
The prevention of joint deformations caused by rheumatism requires early diagnosis, effective drug treatment, physical therapy and integrated lifestyle management. Through active treatment and self-management, patients can slow the progress of disease, protect joint functions and improve the quality of life.
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