Multidisciplinary recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of foot problems in people with rheumatoid arthritis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Foot problems in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are highly prevalent and have a substantial impact on quality of life. Healthcare professionals from various professions can be involved in the management of these foot problems. There is currently no consensus on optimal management. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to develop multidisciplinary recommendations for the management of foot problems in people with RA in the Netherlands.

Methods

The recommendations were based on research evidence and consensus among experts, following published strategies for the development of practice recommendations. The expert group was composed of 2 patients and 22 experienced professionals (rheumatologists, rehabilitation physicians, orthopaedic surgeons, specializ

SUBMITTER: Tenten-Diepenmaat M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6030746 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature