Systematic review demonstrates that pharmacological interventions significantly reduce pain perceptions in RA patients, suggesting a preference for DMARDs and NSAIDs over other therapies.
Key Points
Pharmacological interventions showed a weighted mean difference of −11.20mm in pain perceptions, significantly reducing discomfort in RA patients.
Pharmacological and physical activity interventions both effectively reduced pain perceptions, highlighting their importance in treatment protocols.
A systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated trials over 25 years, demonstrating the efficacy of both DMARDs and NSAIDs in pain management.
Findings suggest DMARDs or NSAIDs may provide greater pain relief compared to non-pharmacological therapies such as yoga or aerobic training.