Extra-Articular Rheumatism: This disorder is also referred to as rheumatism of soft tissues.
It includes painful conditions of the musculoskeletal system which usually affect tissues other than joints and bones. The disorder affects muscles, tendons, tendon sheaths, tendon attachments, ligament attachments, articular capsules, muscles, subcutaneous tissues, and adipose tissues.
Spa Therapy:
We do not recommend spa therapy during the acute stage of the disorder when the inflammatory activity is at its highest. We recommend treatment after the acute symptoms of the inflammation disappear. The complex spa therapy in Piešťany improves nourishment of damaged tissues and muscles. Mineral resources block inflammatory enzymes and thus protect joint cartilages from damage. Gradually, pain is alleviated and functional efficiency of affected joints improves. Usage of mud packs and thermal mineral water to improve circulation in the skin, muscles and joints and to lessen pain often prove to be the most effective treatments.
