Overview
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease that can affect various joints, including the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. Management of RA involves disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) in conjunction with integrative interventions.Diagnosis
No information on diagnosis was provided in the source abstracts.Management
Consistent engagement in exercise is strongly recommended as part of RA management 1.
Rehabilitation interventions are conditionally recommended for RA management 1.
Dietary interventions are conditionally recommended for RA management 1.
Additional integrative interventions are conditionally recommended for RA management 1.Special Populations
No information on special populations was provided in the source abstracts.Key Recommendations
Consistent engagement in exercise should be pursued in conjunction with DMARDs for RA management 1. (Evidence: Strong)
Rehabilitation interventions may be considered in conjunction with DMARDs for RA management 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
Dietary interventions may be considered in conjunction with DMARDs for RA management 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
Additional integrative interventions may be considered in conjunction with DMARDs for RA management 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)References
1 England BR, Smith BJ, Baker NA, Barton JL, Oatis CA, Guyatt G et al.. 2022 American College of Rheumatology Guideline for Exercise, Rehabilitation, Diet, and Additional Integrative Interventions for Rheumatoid Arthritis. Arthritis care & research 2023. link