Rheumatology
Rheumatic diseases encompass a wide range of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylarthritis, juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and psoriatic Arthritis.
Rheumatic diseases can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Chronic pain, joint stiffness, fatigue, and physical limitations can hinder daily activities and reduce overall well-being.
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We know it affects quality of life
We understand the impact of rheumatology diseases on a patients every day life.
Disability
In severe cases, these conditions can lead to disability, affecting a person’s ability to work, perform household tasks, or participate in social activities.
Economic burden
The economic burden is substantial, including healthcare costs, lost productivity, and expenses related to supportive care.
Physical challenges
Patients often struggle with pain, mobility issues, and fatigue. Simple tasks like buttoning a shirt or climbing stairs become arduous.
Emotional toll
Chronic pain and the uncertainty of living with a lifelong condition can take an emotional toll. Anxiety, depression, and frustration are common.
Family support
Families play a crucial role in supporting patients, with assistance with daily tasks, accompanying to medical appointments and providing emotional support.
We know how to provide clinical therapies at home
Every day we help rheumatology patients and their families lead more normal lives by providing them with medications and specialised clinical therapies at home or in their community.
By giving patients greater choice and flexibility in their treatment, our knowledge and understanding supports the healthcare professionals to deliver clinical treatments, out of hospital and closer to a patient’s home.
Learn more about our other nurse led treatments
Every day, our specialist clinical teams deliver a wide range of clinical therapies, for patients and their families.
