RT Book, Section
A1 Goodman, Catherine
A1 Helgeson, Kevin
SR Print(0)
ID 1133952284
T1 Rheumatoid Arthritis
T2 Exercise Prescription for Medical Conditions: Handbook for Physical Therapists
YR 2011
FD 2011
PB McGraw-Hill Education
PP New York, NY
SN 9780803617148
LK fadavispt.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1133952284
RD 2024/04/19
AB This  condition  is  a  systemic,  inflammatory  disease  that  affects  the  articular  and  connective  tissues.  The  disease  process  is  characterized  by  periods  of  exacerbations  and  remissions.  Clients  develop  progressive  degeneration  of  articular  structures,  which  lead  to  severe  deformities  and  disabilities.  The  disease  initially  affects  the  joints  of  the  hands,  feet,  and  cervical  spine.  Progressions  affect  numerous  tissues  and  organs,  which  may  limit  activities.  During  periods  of  exacerbations,  clients  experience  severe  limitations  in  mobility.  Prolonged  periods  of  rest  result  in  joint  pain  and  stiffness,  which  further  reduce  the  client's  activity  level.  The  client  may  develop  limited  aerobic  capacity,  which  affects  endurance  as  the  condition  progresses.