Authors

Silvia García Díaz

Position

Diplomada en Enfermería y Fisioterapia

Contact address

Mint Wing, 2nd floor, Praed Street -St. Mary’s Hospital-W2 1NY Londres –Reino Unido–

Contact email: silvia.garcia@st-marys.nhs.uk

Abstract

 

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a condition requiring a multidisciplinary approach for successful management. Health Education and physical exercise are part of the additional treatment in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, with the nursing professional playing a fundamental role in this scope of care.
The objectives of this review of the literature are: to emphasise the importance of the role of the nurse and other members of the multidisciplinary team in this field; to demonstrate the efficacy and benefits of health education and physical exercise in patients with Rheumatoid arthritis and lastly to establish evidence-based general recommendations for exercising.

Versión en Español

Título:

Educación para la salud y ejercicio del paciente con artritis reumatoide.