Hello my Rheumatoid Warriors, I read an article about guidelines of treating Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and it strongly recommends Exercise
If you are diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, you understand that taking medication is very essential in controlling your condition and protecting your joints from further damage
- So, is exercising beneficial along with medication in conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Yes, A recent guideline published by American College of Rheumatology strongly stated that “Exercise plays an important role in managing Rheumatoid Arthritis”
Let us discuss integrated options to manage RA along with medications
- Lifestyle Changes
- Physical Activity
- Dietary Changes
Recent evidence suggests the earlier approach to treat RA heavily relied on cultural tradition and anecdotal evidence. But now more research is being conducted to provide stronger evidence to support effect of Exercise along with medical management to treat RA.
What does the Guideline Say?
Out of 44 recommendations, it states that people with Rheumatoid Arthritis should get regular exercise.
While treating a patient with RA, a thorough Exercise Prescription should be prepared considering patients functional status and Physical Activity, which can depend upon FITT principle
- Frequency of exercise
- Intensity of exercise
- Type of exercise
- Time/Duration of exercise
The Guideline Emphasizes on MOVING REGULARLY
The specific element of exercise should be tailored to each patient at the given time in their disease trajectory, considering their capabilities and other health condition
So, RA warriors, if you are looking for a trained Rheumatological and MSK Physiotherapist in Dubai, to help you move…
Ref Link: https://rheumatology.org/rheumatoid-arthritis-guideline
Contact: Nitika Sharma at IRAC Clinic, Dubai.
Email: nitika@iracdubai.com/ www.iracdubai.com
Contact: +971 4 456 8952 / +971 568759661
Let’s Move Together.
Nitika Sharma
Rheumatology and MSK PT
IRAC, Dubai
