AB1198 Effect of Underwater Ultrasound Therapy on Hand Function and Quality of Life in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Background

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive inflammatory disease leading to joint destruction. Treatment goals include reducing pain and inflammation as well as preventing joint destruction and maintain working ability. Not only conventional and biological disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) but also non-pharmacologic treatment, such as physiotherapy, can contribute to pain relief, reduction of inflammation,...