Prevention and Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases in Middle-Aged and Elderly People

Author: Zhang Meihong/Gu Wanli/Yin Jianjun (editors)
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Rheumatoid diseases are a common group of conditions with unclear etiology, long duration, and a tendency to recur. The incidence of rheumatoid diseases in middle-aged and elderly populations is also increasing year by year, attracting growing attention from the medical community. This book primarily introduces the basic knowledge of common rheumatoid diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sj?gren's syndrome, dermatomyositis and polymyositis, systemic sclerosis, gout, periarthritis of the shoulder, and osteoporosis. It succinctly explains the etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, traditional Chinese and Western medical treatments, care, rehabilitation exercises, and health experience sharing for various diseases in plain and easy-to-understand language. Additionally, considering the unique aspects of elderly rheumatoid diseases, the book appropriately elaborates on their clinical characteristics, prevention, treatment, and exercises, comparing them with those of common rheumatoid diseases. This book can serve as a reference for middle-aged and elderly patients and their families, as well as for healthcare workers.