RHEUMATOLOGY

Rheumatology is a new and advancing medical specialty that focuses on arthritis and related rheumatic diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones. The unit in Medcross Hospital is a major center for rheumatology and connective tissue diseases providing high-quality care for the full range of rheumatic diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus, and other connective tissue diseases, osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis. Rheumatology hospital in Lusaka has particular expertise in multisystem connective tissue diseases. Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team: rheumatologist, physiatrist, physiotherapist, and occupational therapist in the shortest possible time. An expert team of orthopedic and spinal surgeons liaise with the Rheumatologist and provide surgical support.

Physiotherapists in lusaka and occupational therapists in lusaka:

Physiotherapy can assist in finding fun ways for children and young people to stay fit and safe by delivering exercises to keep joints mobile and muscles tight. Occupational therapy may provide practical assistance and guidance on how to preserve independence in daily activities. When coping with a long-term illness, they can also assist with stress and anxiety management skills.