Psoriatic Arthritis
Vinod Chandran author Dafna D Gladman author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Published:30th Oct '08
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritis associated with psoriasis. It is characterised by swelling and inflammation in and around the joints as well as inflammation of the skin. While there is currently no cure for psoriatic arthritis, several new treatments are emerging that offer new hope to patients. In this guide for patients, the authors draw on their experience from one of the largest clinics in the world that is dedicated to understanding and managing patients with psoriatic arthritis, and highlight what is know about the causes and clinical features, along with the emotional impact that this condition has on peoples lives and how to manage it.
...a fantastic little book...an excellent text and worthy addition to the bookshelf of any healthcare professional involved in the care of patients with psoriatic arthritis... many patients will also greatly value this book. Well done to Gladman and Chandran. * Physical Therapy Reviews *
...a well thought out, easy to read and understand book...Although written for the general public, the book includes a level of detail that will make it helpful for health professionals in contact with psoriatic arthritis patients. * Doody's Notes *
- Winner of Endorsed by the Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance.
ISBN: 9780199231225
Dimensions: 196mm x 130mm x 9mm
Weight: 188g
168 pages