abstract
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic inflammatory
can affect many tissues and organs, but primarily attacks the synovial
joints. The pathology of the disease often leads to destruction of articular cartilage. Usually affects older people. This research was conducted in the recreational office of the municipality of San Miguel. Was investigated on palliative care in rheumatoid arthritis and identified which one are most effective for patients.
Method
Was investigated over a month older patients attending the clinic for pain recess due to previously diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis. Apply a 20-question survey to a total of 50 people in order to find or more effective palliative care they received during treatment in the physiotherapy clinic.
Results
85% of respondents said that hydrotherapy is more effective palliative care in the disease. The massages were chosen as the second best rated 60%. The paraffin treatment care faith but qualified with 15% of preferences.
conclusion
From this research we can identify which treatments are better tolerated and accepted by patients in the elderly. It also allows the service of kinesiology guide palliative care treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in a better way. Finally, the study is a tool that will allow better planning of palliative care programs and expand recreation office ll the rest of the community services and the great Santiago.
