Hi dear,
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive disease. In RA, usually doctors prescribe painkillers and steroids to reduce pain and swelling. But also, continue with physiotherapy along with it. That will help to reduce the pain and swelling.
Next Steps
Physiotherapy treatment includes applying some electro therapeutic machines and some exercises.
Health Tips
Do regular exercises, it will help to prevent bony deformity.