In management of arthritis physiotherapy plays very important role.

The following modalities are commonly employed,

Electrical Therapy

• Short-wave diathermy.
• Microwave diathermy.
• Ultrasonic therapy.
• Interference therapy.

These help in reducing pain, swelling and give feeling of well being. Avoid self use. Treatment must always be given by a qualified therapist.

• Cryotherapy : Application of cold to reduce joint inflammation.
• Wax baths : To reduce swelling and to improve range of motion.

Exercises

• Mobilising : To improve range of motion.
• Muscle developing : To improve muscle strength.
• Passive stretching : To correct contractures.
• CPM : Continuous Passive Motion, to improve the range of movement with help of machine.

Splints & Supports

To prevent deformities, to reduce pain, to support unstable joints.

Modified Appliances

To help in carrying out day to day activities even with painful deformed joints.

• Thicker grips on spoon to help get the grip even with deformed fingers.
• Larger door knobs.
• Extended grips to open screw cap bottles.

A calf compression device will be applied to both the legs gently massaging your calves to avoid clotting of blood and preventing complication of deep vein thrombosis.