Parts Treated in Rheumatology

Joints:

Rheumatologists diagnose and treat diseases that affect the joints, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, and many more treatments

Bones:

Rheumatologists also deal with diseases that affect the bones, such as osteoporosis, Paget’s disease.

Muscles:

They can prescribe medications to help reduce muscle inflammation and improve muscle strength.

Connective tissues:

Rheumatologists deal with diseases that affect the connective tissues

Vasculature:

Rheumatologists also treat vasculitis, which is an inflammation of the blood vessels that causes a range of symptoms, including joint pain, skin rashes, and organ damage.

Soft tissues:

Rheumatologists diagnose and treat soft tissue conditions such as tendinitis and bursitis, which can cause pain, swelling, and restricted movement around joints.