Rheumatology

About the specialty

Rheumatology deals with the joints, spine, bones and supporting tissues, as well as chronic inflammatory diseases.

After reviewing the file, the rheumatologist proposes an assessment and treatment. Polycrabat Sevamed coordinates consultations, tests and continuity with the referring doctor.

Main conditions treated

• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory rheumatic diseases
• Low back pain, neck pain and sciatica
• Osteoporosis
• Gout
• Joint or tendon pain

Tests, techniques and procedures

The techniques used and their indication are decided by the doctor, case by case. As a general guide:

• Clinical examination of the joints
• X-rays, ultrasound, MRI
• Blood tests for inflammation
• Medical treatments and rehabilitation depending on the indication

The patient pathway

1. 01
   Consultation and assessmentReview of the file, symptoms and tests already performed.
2. 02
   Referral to a specialistChoice of the most appropriate discipline and doctor.
3. 03
   Additional testsLaboratory tests, imaging or investigations depending on the medical indication.
4. 04
   Treatment and careTreatment plan defined by the medical team.
5. 05
   Hospital stay if necessaryStay and monitoring when the patient’s condition requires it.
6. 06
   Follow-up and referring doctorRelevant information is sent to the doctor in the home country.

A multidisciplinary approach

Rheumatology works with orthopaedics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, pain medicine and internal medicine.

See also

• Trauma & orthopaedics→
• Functional rehabilitation & physiotherapy→
• Pain medicine→
• Medical imaging & radiology→

International patients

Polycrabat Sevamed supports patients coming from abroad: file review, referral to a specialist, scheduling appointments, hospitalisation, coordination of the medical stay and continuity with the doctor in the home country.