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Rheumatology is a subspecialty in medicine that deals with the study of the diagnosis and management of diseases that cause inflammation in the Joints, muscles, Skin, and internal organs, like kidneys, lungs, Brain, eyes, etc. About one-third of the adult population in the community suffers from musculoskeletal diseases. These cover a wide range of conditions, from arthritis that affects the bones, muscles, and joints to soft tissue rheumatism. The rheumatology department at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada offers the most thorough care for musculoskeletal system diseases. The department is outfitted with state-of-the-art imaging modalities and specialised lab testing conducted by renowned specialists needed for the diagnosis and treatment of various rheumatic disorders.
The rheumatology department at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada is in charge of identifying and treating different types of arthritis and other musculoskeletal diseases. Utilising cutting-edge clinical research and up-to-date knowledge of diseases, highly skilled rheumatologists have assisted patients in curing their illnesses from the source. Our highly qualified doctors use their extensive knowledge of diseases to set new standards in the field of rheumatology, assisted by an outstanding team of orthopaedics, physiotherapists, immunologists, and other specialists. The rheumatologists at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada are constantly pushing the envelope and looking for novel approaches to improve diagnosis and therapies for patients with rheumatic disorders through their research and collaboration with other researchers across the globe.
Intraarticular Injection is a procedure where the affected joint is injected with a hypodermic needle, through which medications are delivered.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs help reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
These types of medications reduce pain, joint damage, and inflammation. Doctors will prescribe steroids in the case where acute symptoms need relief.
Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs help in slowing the progression of rheumatoid arthritis and protect the tissues and joints from permanent damage.
These are also called biologic response modifiers are a new class of DMARDs. They can target specific parts of the immune system that are prone to triggering inflammation that can cause tissue and joint damage.
The muscles and joints can experience pain from time to time, but we usually ignore it until it becomes painful or swollen before seeking medical help. At Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada, the discomfort and anguish that these aches can cause are well-identified by our highly skilled rheumatologists. Manipal Hospital is holds proudly the title of the best rheumatology hospital in Vijayawada for offering clinical diagnosis and treatment for conditions affecting the joints, soft tissues, autoimmune diseases (immune system disorders), vasculitis, connective tissue disorders, and other rheumatologic problems. They offer each patient specialised care that is tailored to their needs. Our rheumatology team has extensive experience diagnosing and treating rheumatic illnesses, such as different forms of arthritis, autoimmune diseases, degenerative joint diseases, crystal arthritis, and soft tissue rheumatism. The department of rheumatology offers multidisciplinary care, collaborating with other specialties like internal medicine, orthopaedics, dermatology, nephrology, gastroenterology, neurology, physical medicine, and rehabilitation to provide an all-inclusive treatment and aid in recovery from these conditions.
The department of rheumatology at Manipal Hospital Vijayawada provides excellent patient care by providing treatments such as:
This treatment involves the use of a hypodermic needle to administer the medication directly into the affected joint. It is administered into the joint to treat disorders like gout, tendinitis, bursitis, rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, psoriatic arthritis, and occasionally osteoarthritis. Also, this procedure is used to remove extra fluid from the joints. The injection usually contains corticosteroids, which reduce inflammation.
Possible side effects and risks are listed below:
Steroid injections are generally safe for most people. They can be a little uncomfortable when being injected, but many people discover that they are not as bad as they had anticipated. After the injection, some patients occasionally experience an increase in joint pain. Taking simple pain relievers like paracetamol will help. This is usually self-limiting in 2-3 days
These injections may cause some changes in the skin's colour at the injection site
Multiple injections into the same area or joint are not recommended. The injection should not be administered in the event of any known pharmaceutical allergies. If there is an infection in the joint or the area around it, it should also be avoided.
Patients suffering from rheumatologic problems are recommended to undergo physical therapy that primarily involves physical activities such as exercises, stretching, and manual therapy that is effective in improving the mobility, flexibility, and strength of bones, joints, and other musculoskeletal systems.
Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada is one of the top healthcare organisations in India, offering cutting-edge amenities and services. The rheumatology department is well-equipped to offer patients complete diagnostic services, with the latest technology and is staffed by highly qualified specialists to deliver accurate and rapid diagnosis and treatment to patients.
The department evaluates and treats rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, seronegative arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, spondyloarthritis, crystal arthritis like gout, CPPD, Vasculitis, ANCA vasculitis, Takayasu arteritis, Giant cell arteritis, SLE, Systemic sclerosis, Sjogren's syndrome, myositis, and undifferentiated connective tissue diseases. Uveitis and scleritis are two examples of ophthalmological conditions linked to Rheumatologic disorders like Ankylosing spondylitis, Rheumatoid arthritis, etc.
Rheumatology represents a subspecialty in internal medicine and pediatrics, which is devoted to the diagnosis and therapy of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. Rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) are a diverse group of diseases that commonly affect the joints, but can also affect the muscles, other tissues, and internal organs. There are more than 200 different RMDs, affecting both children and adults.
A rheumatologist is a physician, who has received further training in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disease and systemic autoimmune conditions. Apart from common arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, Rheumatologists are involved in treating complicated multisystem diseases like Vasculitis / SLE etc.
People with Prolonged/ recurrent joint pain and/or swelling or Pain in the soft tissue region or Back/ neck pain or Persistent Dry eyes and/or mouth or Prolonged unexplained fever or Unexplained skin rash or Ophthalmology conditions such as Uveitis and scleritis where the infection is ruled out
Having an autoimmune condition like rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthritis or lupus can affect your whole life. Manipal Hospitals is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care and building long-term partnerships with its patients. Contact us to know more about rheumatic conditions and book an appointment with one of our Rheumatologists today.
