Rheumatology: Evidence-Based Practice for Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists

Rheumatology is an indispensable resource for physiotherapists, occupational therapists
and other health professionals, offering practical approaches to the treatment and
management of rheumatic musculoskeletal conditions. The text focuses on applying
evidence-based understanding of these conditions to clinical context.
The specific disease chapters cover: incidence and prevalence of the condition; clinical
presentation and diagnosis; red flags; clinical assessment; important first treatments, early
intermediate and long term management; prognosis and long term outcomes. Supporting
case histories of increasing complexity and study activities illustrate the clinical relevance
of the treatment and management approaches