My uncle age is 45 yrs. He is suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. He has lost the vision in one eye due to this auto immune disorder. And now his uric acid level remains on peak. (approx 7). His hand or phalanges joint have much pain.

Dr. Rahul (Pt)Physiotherapist8yrs exp

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Hi Lybrate user, try physiotherapy, physiotherapy is an important part of treatment for most people with rheumatoid arthritis (ra). Physiotherapists are part of a team of healthcare professionals who help you to resume or maintain an active and independent life both at home and work. They?re experts in assessing movement and can show you how to protect your joints. Your physiotherapist will: offer advice and reassurance help you to feel confident about managing your condition address any concerns or uncertainties set appropriate goals to keep you as active as possible. Your physiotherapist will start by asking you questions and examining the joint you?re finding painful. This assessment will let them tailor the treatment to your needs. Treatment may include: a programme of specific exercises general advice on increasing your activity level and avoiding exercise-related injuries pain-relief treatments such as heat or ice packs, tens (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) machines, massage, manipulation, acupuncture or taping. Thanks  

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