Increased circulating Th17 cells, serum IL-17 and serum IL-23 in Takayasu's Arteritis
Publication date: November 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 1 Author(s): Durga Prasanna Misra , Smriti Chaurasia , Ramnath Misra (Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology)
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 20, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Rheumatology reviews
Publication date: Available online 20 November 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology Author(s): Sukhbir Uppal (Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology)
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 20, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Prevalence and risk factors for hand osteoarthritis
Conclusion Hand OA is common and a good quality X ray of hand is an initial investigation to diagnose hand OA. Presence of Knee OA increases risk of hand OA. (Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology)
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Analysis of evidence to determine the link between Takayasu's arteritis and Tuberculosis
Conclusions The mycobacterium theory can neither be confirmed nor excluded with certainty. The proposed hypotheses require future confirmatory studies. Randomised controlled trials are needed to ascertain safety of biologics in TA cases with associated TB infection. (Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology)
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Behçet's syndrome: New insights into pathogenesis and management
Publication date: Available online 18 October 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology Author(s): Yesim Ozguler , Hasan Yazici Behçet's syndrome (BS) is a multisystem vasculitis with an unknown etiology and an unique geographic distribution. The pathogenesis of BS is complex and currently not fully understood. Since the 1970's there have been different attempts to classify BS within the specific group of diseases such as spondyloarthritis, autoimmune and more recently autoinflammatory disease. However current evidence suggests that BS does not easily fit into any one of these diseases and we propose the possibilit...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Rheumatology training in India: Problems and solutions
Publication date: Available online 6 November 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology Author(s): Ramnath Misra (Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology)
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
From confusion to consensus: Need for multi disciplinary team approach in rheumatology: An orthopaedic surgeons's perpective
Publication date: Available online 11 November 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology Author(s): Bhushan Kumar Chopra , Ashutosh Chauhan Aim of joint surgeries in rheumatoid arthritis is to restore function and quality of life, prevent joint deterioration, relieve pain and correct deformity in patients afflicted with rheumatoid disorders With advent of newer therapeutic modalities, the need for joint surgeries in cases of rheumatoid disorders has drastically reduced over the past two decades. Decision-making and timing for orthopaedic intervention are complex issues because of polyarticular involvement in rheumat...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Principles of exercise in rheumatological disorders
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Maheswarappa Bhirappa Mahadevappa Exercise programs for patients with arthritis have been shown to produce a variety of benefits like increase and maintenance of range of motion, re-education and strengthening of muscles, increase in static and dynamic endurance, decrease in the number of swollen joints, enabling joints to function better biomechanically, increase the locomotor ability, increase the bone density, decrease in pain, increase in patients' overall function and well-being, decrease inflammation and incr...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Non-inflammatory sacroiliac joint disorders
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Simon Petrides Pain as a result of ‘dysfunction’ of the sacroiliac joint is commonly due to non-inflammatory disorders. Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is considered a cause of pain by osteopaths, chiropractors and physiotherapists. Musculoskeletal physicians, sport and exercise medicine specialists and pain physicians have researched further into the concepts of SIJ pain and dysfunction. History, clinical signs and radiological investigations individually are inadequate to diagnose sacroiliac joint pain. However,...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Diagnosis and management of neck and back pain
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Andrew O. Frank Neck and back pains are features of life worldwide. Few with spinal pain (SP) have serious medical (non-spinal) conditions; significant spinal pathology; or compression of root or cord such as to require surgery. Although the causes of most episodes of SP remain unclear in practice, physical stress and its consequences on discs, facet joints and supporting soft tissue structures at work or leisure activities are thought to trigger many initial attacks. But prognosis usually depends on psychosocial i...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Soft tissue disorders of the foot and ankle: The Achilles tendon and plantar fascia
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Cathy A. Speed Disorders of the foot and ankle are common in the rheumatology clinic and are frequently soft tissue in origin. In this context, pain can arise from tendon, ligament, nerve, bursa and muscle. Pain and disability are common consequences and hence the rheumatologist must have a comprehensive understanding of the diagnosis and management of such complaints. (Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology)
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Benign joint hypermobility syndrome
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Able Lawrence Benign joint hypermobility syndrome is the presence of musculoskeletal symptoms in subjects with joint hypermobility in the absence of demonstrable systemic rheumatic disease. Unlike the heritable disorders of connective tissue with which it shares considerable overlap in manifestations, most subjects with hypermobility remain asymptomatic. Prevalence of hypermobility varies considerably with age, gender and ethnicity. Muscle weakness and decreased proprioception contribute to recurrent micro trauma a...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) – A brief review
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Hirachand Mutagi , Rahul Guru , Sandeep Kapur Purpose of review This review presents a brief synopsis in the current concepts in diagnosis of a perplexing clinical condition that has the potential to be under diagnosed. In addition, it briefly summarizes evidence base for treatment options. Recent concepts in CRPS The variability in establishing a diagnosis of CRPS has been reduced by introducing the stricter “Budapest Diagnostic Criteria for CRPS”, a consensus among international experts to introduce some ...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Myofascial pain syndrome: Diagnosis and management
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Deepak Sharan Myofascial pain syndrome (MFPS) is described as the sensory, motor, and autonomic symptoms caused by trigger points which typically develop after muscle overuse. Etiology for the development of trigger points is unclear. The pain found with MFPS is frequently described as a “chronic dull aching pain” and is associated with muscle and soft tissue tenderness. Diagnosis is mainly clinical and treatment manual. The key to successful management of MPS is to diagnose it early, followed by intensive, pro...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
Guidelines for the successful management of fibromyalgia patients
Publication date: December 2014 Source:Indian Journal of Rheumatology, Volume 9, Supplement 2 Author(s): Robert M. Bennett The successful management of fibromyalgia starts with establishing a firm diagnosis, followed by an evaluation of all other comorbid pain conditions (e.g. osteoarthritis, temporomandibular pain disorder, migraine headaches, myofascial trigger points) and fibromyalgia associated comorbidities (e.g. restless leg syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome). Then, it is necessary to systematically go through a list of problems that need to be addressed: pain, sleep, fatigue, mood disorders, cognitive dysfunct...
Source: Indian Journal of Rheumatology - November 19, 2014 Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
