Treatment and prognosis of Arthritis

Abstract

Reactive arthritis has no cure; therefore, treatment focuses on alleviating pain and inflammation, reducing long-term deficits, and limiting disease progression. Two-thirds of patients have a self-limiting course. Nonpharmacologic treatments include rest during the acute phase and local cold treatment to affected joints.Patients with enthesitis can use orthotics, insoles and heel supports to help reduce pain and increase mobility. Strengthening exercises are important during treatment to prevent muscle wasting