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Introduction:
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The Department of Rheumatology at the Hospital for Joint Diseases is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of all patients with diseases of the joints such as Arthritis; bone diseases such as Osteoporosis; soft tissue diseases such |
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as Tendonitis; and autoimmune diseases such Lupus and Scleroderma. This is accomplished through a balance of education, research, and clinical care of patients with various rheumatic disorders. |
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Scope of Services: |
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Management of collagen vascular diseases and various arthritides. |
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Management of vasculitides, soft tissue rheumatism (aches, myalgias, backaches) PUOs, connective tissue diseases, anti-phospholipid antibody syndrome etc. |
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Facilities: |
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Intra-articular injections |
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Visco supplementation |
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Physiotherapy sessions. |
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Immunofluorescence microscopy and auto antibody tests by pathology department. |
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Departmental Activities: |
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Organizing regular CMEs and distribution of literature for the arthritis patients so that they can adapt their lifestyles accordingly. |
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We can boast of the only rheumatology department in any corporate hospital of Gujarat. |
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