Department of Rheumatology

Department of Rheumatology - Shayona Hospital & ICU, Ghatlodiya, Ahmedabad

Understanding Pain. Restoring Movement.

The Rheumatology Department at Shayona Hospital & ICU is dedicated to diagnosing and managing a wide spectrum of autoimmune and inflammatory joint diseases, often referred to as rheumatological disorders. These are conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own joints, muscles, bones, and organs, leading to joint pain (સાંધાનો દુખાવો / जोड़ों का दर्द), swelling, stiffness, and chronic fatigue.

Strategically located in Ghatlodiya, our services extend to the communities of Gota, Naranpura, Wadaj, Ranip, and Nirnaynagar, offering world-class rheumatologic care with critical care backup—all at an affordable cost.

What is Rheumatology?

Rheumatology is a sub-specialty of internal medicine focused on conditions that cause inflammation in the joints (સાંધા / जोड़), muscles (પેશીઓ / मांसपेशियाँ), and connective tissues. These diseases are often chronic and progressive, making early diagnosis and regular management critical.

Common Rheumatologic Conditions Treated

We offer specialized evaluation and treatment for a broad range of conditions, including:

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis (આમવાત / आमवात / गठिया)
  • Autoimmune joint inflammation affecting both small and large joints.
  • Osteoarthritis (ઘિસાવવાળું સાંધાનો દુખાવો / गठिया / ऑस्टियोआर्थराइटिस)
  • Age-related wear and tear of joints, commonly knees and hips.
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis (રીઢની હાડીની સોજો / बेक की हड्डी की बीमारी)
  • Inflammation of the spine and pelvic joints leading to stiffness.
  • Psoriatic Arthritis (સોજો સાથે ચામડીની બિમારી / त्वचा और जोड़ की बीमारी)
  • Occurs in patients with psoriasis, affecting skin and joints.
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE / લ્યુપસ / ल्यूपस)
  • Autoimmune disease affecting multiple organs and joints.
  • Gout (ગઉટ / यूरिक एसिड वाला गठिया)
  • High uric acid leading to joint inflammation.
  • Reactive Arthritis (પ્રતિક્રિયાત્મક સાંધાનો દુખાવો / रिएक्टिव गठिया)
  • Post-infectious joint pain following GI or urinary infections.
  • Fibromyalgia (સારી તકલીફ વગર પેશીઓ અને સાંધાનો દુખાવો / फाइब्रोमायल्जिया)
  • Widespread body pain with fatigue and sleep issues.
  • Vasculitis (રક્ત નલિકાઓમાં સોજો / रक्त वाहिकाओं की सूजन)
  • Inflammatory disorders affecting blood vessels and organs.
  • Juvenile Arthritis (બાળકોમાં સાંધાનો દુખાવો / बच्चों का गठिया)
  • Joint inflammation in children below 16 years.

Symptoms to Watch For

  • Morning joint stiffness lasting more than 30 minutes
  • Persistent joint swelling, redness, or warmth
  • Chronic back or neck pain
  • Pain worsening with rest and improving with movement
  • Recurrent mouth ulcers, fatigue, skin rashes, or eye redness
  • Unexplained weight loss or fever
  • Early signs should never be ignored as early diagnosis and treatment can prevent permanent disability.

Specialty Services Offered

  • Comprehensive Rheumatology Consultations
  • Complete joint and autoimmune evaluation with clinical history, physical exam, and investigations.
  • Advanced Laboratory Testing
  • RA factor
  • Anti-CCP
  • ANA / dsDNA
  • CRP / ESR
  • HLA-B27 for spondylitis
  • Uric acid
  • Imaging Support
  • X-rays for joint damage
  • Ultrasound for soft tissue inflammation
  • MRI for spinal and sacroiliac joint inflammation
  • Joint Injections
  • Intra-articular steroid injections (for painful knees, shoulders, etc.)
  • Synovial fluid aspiration
  • Customized Medical Therapy
  • Use of DMARDs (Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs), biologics, and immunosuppressants.
  • Diet and Lifestyle Counseling
  • Advice on anti-inflammatory diet, exercise, joint care, and yoga for joint health.
  • Multidisciplinary Support
  • Rheumatology often overlaps with nephrology, dermatology, neurology, and pulmonology—our team collaborates seamlessly.

Why Choose Shayona Hospital for Rheumatology?

  • Specialist Rheumatologist Consultation
  • Affordable Care – Corporate-level facilities with budget-friendly packages
  • Critical Care Backup – ICU/HDU for patients with severe autoimmune flare-ups
  • Personalized Long-Term Management Plans
  • Focus on Early Intervention and Disability Prevention
  • Serving the Heart of Ahmedabad: Especially accessible for patients from Ghatlodiya, Gota, Naranpura, Nirnaynagar, Wadaj, and Ranip

Supportive Care Facilities

  • Pain Management – Safe use of NSAIDs, steroids under supervision
  • Physical Therapy – To maintain joint range of motion
  • Counseling – Emotional support for chronic conditions
  • Patient Education – Workshops and awareness sessions for arthritis management

Achievements That Matter

  • Treated over 2000+ Rheumatology patients in the last 3 years
  • Over 500+ intra-articular procedures performed successfully
  • 100% satisfaction rate from long-term patients who continue follow-up at Shayona

Our Mission in Rheumatology

To offer affordable, ethical, and expert rheumatology services to every patient, especially in areas underserved by specialized autoimmune care. We aim to reduce pain, restore independence, and improve quality of life.

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Testimonials

I had morning stiffness every day. Doctors at Shayona diagnosed early rheumatoid arthritis and started timely treatment. Now, I walk pain-free.

Pritiben, Naranpura

I thought back pain was due to sitting, but it turned out to be Ankylosing Spondylitis. Their treatment gave me my flexibility back.

Rajeshbhai, Nirnaynagar

My child had joint swelling for weeks. We were worried. The rheumatology department diagnosed juvenile arthritis and started treatment immediately.

Zaveriben, Ranip