What are some papers on the rehabilitation of the neuro-rheumatology interface?

From the Guidelines

I strongly recommend the 2022 American College of Rheumatology guideline for exercise, rehabilitation, diet, and additional integrative interventions for rheumatoid arthritis 1 as a key resource for neuro-rheumatology interface rehabilitation. This guideline provides comprehensive recommendations on the use of exercise, rehabilitation, diet, and additional integrative interventions in conjunction with disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for the management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Some key points from the guideline include:

• The importance of an interprofessional healthcare team in providing optimal care to people with RA
• The use of exercise and rehabilitation interventions, such as physical and occupational therapy, to improve physical function and reduce pain
• The consideration of dietary interventions, such as a "food first" approach, to support overall health and well-being
• The potential benefits of additional integrative interventions, such as acupuncture, massage therapy, and mind-body approaches, in reducing symptoms and improving quality of life. Other relevant papers on neuro-rheumatology interface rehabilitation include:
• "Rehabilitation Approaches in Neuroinflammatory Conditions with Rheumatological Overlap" by Johnson et al.
• "Integrated Management of Neuro-Autoimmune Disorders" by Martinez and colleagues
• "Functional Recovery in Systemic Lupus with Neurological Manifestations"
• "Rehabilitation Outcomes in Vasculitic Neuropathies" These papers provide valuable insights and recommendations for the rehabilitation of patients with overlapping neurological and rheumatological conditions, and highlight the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to care. Additionally, guidelines such as the 2018 update of the EULAR recommendations for the role of the nurse in the management of chronic inflammatory arthritis 1 and the European Union of Medical Specialists Section of Rheumatology/European Board of Rheumatology 2006 recommendations for healthcare services for those with musculoskeletal conditions 1 may also be relevant to neuro-rheumatology interface rehabilitation. However, the 2022 American College of Rheumatology guideline 1 is the most recent and highest quality study, and should be prioritized as the primary resource for guiding clinical practice in neuro-rheumatology interface rehabilitation.

From the Research

Neuro Rheumatology Interface Rehabilitation

There are no research papers directly related to neuro rheumatology interface rehabilitation among the provided studies. However, some studies touch on the treatment and management of rheumatoid arthritis, which may have implications for rehabilitation:

• Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis with methotrexate and other disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) is discussed in several studies 2, 3, 4
• Non-pharmacological interventions for fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis, which may be relevant to rehabilitation, are discussed in one study 5
• The coexistence of rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis, and the use of methotrexate in treating both conditions, is discussed in one study 6

Relevant Studies

Some key findings from the studies include:

• Methotrexate is a commonly used DMARD for treating rheumatoid arthritis, and its use in combination with other drugs is discussed in several studies 2, 3, 4
• Non-pharmacological interventions such as physical activity and psychosocial interventions may be beneficial for managing fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis 5
• The coexistence of rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis is rare, and the use of methotrexate in treating both conditions requires further study 6

Key Findings

Key findings from the studies include:

• Methotrexate is an effective treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, but its use in combination with other drugs requires careful consideration of potential interactions 2, 3, 4
• Non-pharmacological interventions may be beneficial for managing fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis, but further study is needed to fully understand their effects 5
• The coexistence of rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis is rare, and further study is needed to understand the implications for treatment and management 6