Multidisciplinary approach in the treatment of tendinous foot involvement in rheumatoid arthritis

ConclusionsOur multidisciplinary therapeutic protocol enabled a very significant improvement in tendon involvement. It was well-tolerated, with a high degree of satisfaction, and was easily evaluated using ultrasound. No changes in background medication were necessary.Key Points•Multidisciplinary evaluation of patients with RA is advisable because it improves the treatment management in cases of inflammatory activity and structural abnormalities of the foot.•Comprising orthopedic-podiatric treatment (heel, splints, and suitable footwear) and infiltrations, in terms of clinical, ultrasound, and functional recovery of the foot tendons.•The therapy protocol we propose led to a significant improvement in pain relief and functional recovery.
Source: Clinical Rheumatology - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research