The team approach to rheumatoid arthritis. Rehabilitation at the H. F. Verwoerd Hospital, Pretoria.

Rheumatoid arthritis, being a progressive destructive disease, is best treated by using a team approach. Besides intensive medical and surgical treatment, a definite programme of physiotherapy and occupational therapy is given. This includes educational lectures, home visits, group exercise therapy and an analysis of situations which may strain the joints. Splints and aids are supplied accordingly.