Health Condition 1: M059- Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.Both male and female aged 60-80 years 2.Diagnosed cases of rheumatoid arthritis for past 10 years 3.Individuals who can walk independently with or without a walking aid and can complete 8m gait test.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Medically unfit patients(Patients with fractures in last one to two year, cardiac conditions, respiratory conditions, neurological conditions and psychiatric impairments) 2.Individuals with severe pain according to the Visual analogue scale(7.5 and above)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| to determine association of physical fitness, cognitive function and quality of life in elderly with rheumatoid arthritisTimepoint: one time approach no follow up | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| to determine whether coping mechanisms are used by elderly people with rheumatoid arthritisTimepoint: one time study with no follow up | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy