The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a period of rehabilitation in a rheumatic diseases unit. Thirty-nine patients with rheumatoid arthritis were included in two study periods, which involved assessment ...
The aim of this study was to compare
inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation for
patients with active rheumatoid arthritis
from clinical and cost perspectives.
A single-centre, randomised trial design
was used. Data ...
Kennedy, Norelee; Stokes, Emma(Mark Allen Healthcare, 2002)
This paper discusses outcome measures suitable for use by physiotherapists working with patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The measures have been successfully used in clinical practice, audit and research in the area of ...
Background It is commonly assumed that patients with chronic low back pain are less active than healthy individuals. There has been a
recent increase in the number of studies published comparing the physical activity ...
Rheumatoid arthritis presents many challenges to those involved in its management. Concerns
exist over the safety of interventions aimed at increasing aerobic capacity and muscle strength.
The objective of this review ...