Physiotherapy for rheumatism

For people with rheumatism, exercise is essential to maintain optimal functioning. Physiotherapy plays a key role in this. Nowadays, physiotherapy is fully covered by basic health insurance for many rheumatism patients.

If a patient has a chronic rheumatic condition (such as rheumatoid arthritis) and a doctor has referred them, physiotherapy falls under the so-called
chronic indications. This means that treatment does not cost supplementary insurance and that long-term support is possible.

Physiotherapy focuses on, among other things:

• improving or maintaining mobility and muscle strength
• reducing pain and stiffness
• learning to manage stress and resilience
• maintaining safe movement in daily life

Because treatment is fully covered, rheumatism patients can work on their health and quality of life without financial barriers, with support tailored to their personal situation.