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It includes pharmacological protocols, red flag identification, and when to refer to a specialist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udcda Syllabus: 10 Structured Clinical Modules<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Module 1: Introduction to Rheumatology and Orthopedics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Basic anatomy of joints, bones, and connective tissues<\/p>\n\n\n\n Musculoskeletal history taking and joint examination<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overview of autoimmune diseases and degenerative disorders<\/p>\n\n\n\n Clinical approach to joint pain and backache<\/p>\n\n\n\n Module 2: Osteoarthritis and Degenerative Joint Disorders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Pathophysiology, symptoms, and stages of osteoarthritis<\/p>\n\n\n\n Knee, hip, and spine involvement<\/p>\n\n\n\n Non-surgical management and lifestyle modifications<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pharmacological management: NSAIDs, supplements, injections<\/p>\n\n\n\n Module 3: Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Arthritis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Diagnostic criteria and red flag features<\/p>\n\n\n\n Differentiation from other joint disorders<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lab tests: RF, anti-CCP, ESR, CRP<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pharmacology: DMARDs, biologics, steroids<\/p>\n\n\n\n Module 4: Spondyloarthropathies and Back Pain Syndromes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, reactive arthritis<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lower back pain \u2013 mechanical vs inflammatory<\/p>\n\n\n\n Imaging: MRI spine, X-ray pelvis and SI joints<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exercises, posture correction, pharmacotherapy<\/p>\n\n\n\n Module 5: Gout and Crystal Arthropathies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Uric acid metabolism and acute gouty arthritis<\/p>\n\n\n\n Chronic tophaceous gout and joint deformities<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dietary triggers and preventive strategies<\/p>\n\n\n\n Drug management: colchicine, allopurinol, febuxostat<\/p>\n\n\n\n Module 6: Autoimmune Rheumatological Conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Sjogren\u2019s syndrome<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vasculitis, scleroderma, and polymyositis 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\u2714 Confidently differentiate between degenerative and inflammatory joint conditions
\u2714 Prescribe appropriate medications and supplements
\u2714 Advise on joint preservation and lifestyle changes
\u2714 Identify referral-worthy red flags and emergencies<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"