What are the methods of treating rheumatoid arthritis

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My mother-in-law is old. When it's windy and rainy, she can't stand the pain in her knees and waist. Our younger generation can see it, but we can't share the pain with her. The only way to help her is to find ways to alleviate her pain. However, we are relatively lack of knowledge in this field. So today, let's popularize the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

What are the methods of treating rheumatoid arthritis

First: general treatment, joint swelling and pain obvious should emphasize rest and joint braking, and in the joint swelling and pain relief should pay attention to the early start of joint function exercise. Some appropriate physiotherapy, external medicine and other adjuvant treatment can help relieve joint symptoms.

Second: biological treatment. At present, in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, there are mainly two kinds of biological agents in use, both of which are aimed at tumor necrosis factor. At present, they have achieved certain curative effect, especially in the treatment of refractory rheumatoid arthritis. Common use, such as infliximab (like gram), adalimumab, etanercept, enli, qiangke, etc., pay attention to the side effects of some patients may be larger or the effect is not obvious.

Third: surgical treatment, the medical treatment can not control and severe joint dysfunction of rheumatoid arthritis patients, surgery is an effective treatment. Surgical treatment ranges from release of carpal tunnel syndrome, repair of tendon tear, synovectomy, and even joint replacement in severe cases.

matters needing attention

In the face of a variety of emerging treatment methods, patients must be combined with their own situation to choose their own scientific therapy, in order to effectively treat rheumatoid arthritis. The current treatment goal of rheumatoid arthritis is to prevent joint damage, protect joint function, and maximize the quality of life of patients, not just to control inflammation, detumescence and pain. Therefore, patients must seize the best opportunity for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, do not avoid medical treatment.