Inflammatory Arthritis

Question 1

Symptoms and signs of arthritis

Answer 1

Joint pain, stiffness/reduced Rom, swelling, skin discoloration, tenderness, sensitivity around joint, feeling heat/warmth near joint

Question 2

Signs of inflammatory

Answer 2

Stiffness in the morning, weightloss fevers, night sweats, joint patterns synonymous with RA or PsA, nodules, rashes, other organ involvement

Question 3

Qualification for arthritis

Answer 3

articular (in the joint) where both active and passive Rom are painful

Question 4

Components of non-inflammatory osteoarthritis

Answer 4

Localized pain, pain after inactivity, no other noticeable bodily issues

Question 5

What role do cytokines play in IA

Answer 5

They are signalling proteins (RA spreads beyond joint cavity)

Question 6

Goals of treatment

Answer 6

1) prevent/control joint damage
2) preserve/prevent loss of function
3) decrease pain/swelling

Question 7

Physio

Answer 7

Once a day, within Rom, isometric, stop painful movements, gradually adjust training, avoid exercise in acute stage

Question 8

Chronic (non-acute) phase exercise:

Answer 8

Light resistance, low impact cardiovascular training (swim/core/cycle), gentle stretches

Question 9

3 pillars of Al exercise

Answer 9

Increase Rom, endurance/aerobic exercise, strengthening