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Arthritis - Coggle Diagram
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Pathophysiology
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Reaction are similar to an immune defense by a pathogen in the body. The immune system attacks the synovium which damage the bone and cartilage in the joint.
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Collaborative care
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PT - can help with activity and keeping the joints strong by doing movements that promote joint health
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Symptoms
Pain in hands, wrists, feet and knees
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Swollen, red, warm joints
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Risk Factors
Genetic predisposition possible. If a parent has it, the odds of getting it go up.
There is no specific gene that causes RA, but a gene can make you more susceptible to certain pathogens that could be the cause of the attacks. They haven't found the specific cause.
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Osteoarthritis
Pathophysiology
The protective cartilage around the bones in the joints get worn down over time and the bones start to rub together.
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Symptoms
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Pain in hands, knees, hips, and spine. The pain usually goes away with rest.
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Labs/Diagnostics
X-Ray studies: Medial joint space narrowing, subchondral bony sclerosis, osteophytes, spikes on tibial eminence.
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate will be elevated in older adults, synovial fluid is normal (despite elevated WBCs.
Risk Factors
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Constant stress on certain joints over a long period of time can create the development of OA (Occupation)
Genetic predisposition, if your parents have it, you may be at a higher risk of developing OA