UL Orthotics - Rheumatoid Arthritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
A
An auto immune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints
2
Q
What are clinical manifestations of RA?
A
- inflammatory changes in joint, tendon, sheath
- Results in pain, weakness, dysfunction
3
Q
What is the clinical presentation of RA? (6)
A
- morning stiffness lasting at least an hour
- swelling of 3+ joints
- symmetrical joint swelling
- Erosions on x-ray of the hand
- rheumatoid nodules
- rheumatoid factor abnormal
4
Q
What are typical deformities at the wrist?
A
Volar and ulnar translation
5
Q
What are typical deformities at the MCP joints?
A
Ulnar deviation
6
Q
What are typical deformities at the thumb?
A
- Boutonniere
- swan neck
7
Q
What are typical deformities at the fingers?
A
- Boutonniere
- swan neck
8
Q
What are the treatment goals for RA? (6)
A
- Decrease joint pain and swelling,
- maintain joint mobility,
- prevent/minimize joint deformity,
- stabilize joints,
- increase function, and
- reduce pain
