Our very own @BethWeb31456812 presenting how we have embrace a digital patient feedback platform to follow ‘a you said we did’ philosophy in MSK service to adapt to what our patients really want/need 🌟 @NHShealthcall
Did you know, there are no tests to diagnose Fibromyalgia?
Features:
Pain >4-5 regions
Sx unchanged >3/12
Age:20-50
7.5-9:1, F:M
Family hx:pain conditions
Other:fatigue/cognitive impairment
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Did you know, conditions such as reactive or septic arthritis are the result of an infection which can cause an inflammatory response within in a joint! #dayinthelife#rheumatologyphysio#cddftphysio
Did you know, any auto immune condition, such as rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthopathy, psoriatic arthritis is a result of the body’s immune system attacking its own tissues, causing an inflammatory reaction? #dayinthelife#rheumatologyphysio#cddftphysio
Last thought of the day. Early detection of these conditions is paramount,to ensure timely Rx and Mx. Working with our colleagues in primary care such as FCPs,GPs & Nurses is an integral part of a patient’s journey 2 get a diagnosis #dayinthelife#rheumatologyphysio#cddftphysio
So who are we? We are two extended scope physiotherapists, a B7 advanced physiotherapist & a first contact physiotherapist. This new service has had a huge impact on waiting lists👏 Going live soon, is the single point of access for all rheumatology services...so watch this space
What conditions do we diagnose and treat I hear you ask 👂 We see many conditions including axial spondyloarthopathy, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, hypermobility, hypermobile EDS (Ehlers-Danlos syndromes) and EDS 🩻
Good Morning 😃Today is Rheumatology Nugget day; we will aim to give you a quick reference on some of the most common rheumatological conditions we see, and how they might present! #dayinthelife#rheumatologyphysio#cddftphysio
Did you know, axial spondyloarthritis involves the spine?
AxSpA features:
Age<45
2:1, M:F
Back pain>3/12
EMS>30mins
Movement=better
Rest=worse
Pain, 2nd half of the night
PMH:Crohns/iritis/psoriasis
Family hx:inflammatory arthritis
#dayinthelife#rheumatologyphysio#cddftphysio
Did you know, psoriasis increases your chance of developing psoriatic arthritis by 20-30%?
PsA features:
Peripheral joint P/synovitis
EMS>30min
Age:10-20&30-50
Family Hx:Psoriasis/inflam condition
Other:Enthesitis/dactylitis/fatigue
#dayinthelife#rheumatologyphysio#cddftphysio
We need your help 💙
Please keep A&E free for serious emergencies only.
Think NHS 111 online or pharmacy first before coming to A&E or calling 111 or 999. ✅
Did you know, rheumatoid arthritis involves the hands & feet & is always both sides?
RA features:
Peripheral joint P/synovitis
EMS>30min
+ve MCP/MTP squeeze
Age:30-60
2:1,F:M
PMH:PMR
Family Hx:inflam cond
Other:tenosynovitis/fatigue
#dayinthelife#rheumatologyphysio#cddftphysio
Did you know, there are 13-types of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS);most are very rare
Most common is hypermobile-EDS
Features:
Joint hypermobility
Fatigue
Digestive, heart & bladder issues
No tests confirm EDS, so its difficult to Dx
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