CARING FOR YOUR JOINTS, PRESERVING MOVEMENT

At Family Medical Centre & Antiaging Clinic, Rheumatology consultations provide

an individual assessment focused on each patient’s symptoms, medical history and

the impact of their condition on daily life.

The consultation includes an examination of the joints and musculoskeletal system,

which may be complemented by blood tests and imaging when clinically indicated.

This assessment helps clarify the diagnosis and establish a treatment plan tailored to

each person’s needs.

What does Rheumatology treat?

Rheumatology manages a broad range of conditions, with particular emphasis on:

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Diagnosis and management of an inflammatory disease that can cause joint pain,

swelling and stiffness.

Psoriatic Arthritis

Assessment and treatment of inflammation affecting the joints and other

musculoskeletal structures associated with psoriasis.

Spondyloarthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis

Management of inflammatory diseases that can affect the spine, the sacroiliac joints

and other joints.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Assessment and management of an autoimmune disease that can involve the joints,

skin and other organs.

Osteoarthritis

Management of degenerative joint changes, with a focus on pain control and

maintaining physical function.

Osteoporosis and Bone Health

Assessment of bone fragility and fracture risk, with guidance on prevention and

treatment.

Fibromyalgia

Assessment of widespread pain and associated symptoms, such as fatigue and sleep

disturbances, with an approach tailored to each patient.

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

An imaging examination that allows the assessment of joints, tendons and other

musculoskeletal structures, supporting diagnosis and clinical follow-up.

Ultrasound-Guided Injections

Joint and periarticular injections are performed when clinically indicated. Ultrasound

guidance allows the clinician to monitor the position of the needle and guide the

delivery of treatment to the target structure.

Early diagnosis and ongoing care

Persistent joint pain, joint swelling, morning stiffness or difficulty carrying out

everyday activities are reasons to seek medical assessment. In inflammatory

rheumatic diseases, early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce the risk of joint

damage and loss of function.

An integrated and personalised approach

Depending on each patient’s needs, care may be coordinated with General & Family

Medicine, Internal Medicine, Orthopaedics, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and

Physiotherapy.

At Family Medical Centre & Antiaging Clinic, we aim to help each person

understand their condition, take part in treatment decisions and preserve their

quality of life.