Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in the joints.
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of chronic inflammation of the spine and the sacroiliac joints.
Lupus is an inflammatory condition that may affect joints, skin, kidneys or any other part of your body.
Gout is an inflammatory condition affecting one’s joints which is caused by increased levels of uric acid in the blood.
The main symptoms of fibromyalgia include widespread pain and stiffness,
Osteoarthritis occurs when changes in the lining, cartilage, bone and fluids of joints occur.
Osteoporosis is a disease affecting the integrity of bone.
Vasculitis means that blood vessels are inflamed. When part of your body is inflamed,
Dr. Vishnu Sharma
MBBS, MD - General Medicine,
DNB (Rheumatology)
Dr. Vishnu Sharma is one of the very few qualified Rheumatologist in Gujarat.
He did his MBBS from SMS Medical College, Jaipur and MD(Med) from BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad.
After doing his MD (Masters in Medicine), he did superspeciality in Rheumatology (DNB Rheumatology) from P. D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai. He is the first DNB Rheumatologist in Gujarat.
Dr. Nikunj Dadhaniya
MBBS, MD (Med),
DNB (Rheumatology)
Dr Nikunj Dadhaniya did his MBBS and MD in internal medicine from B. J. Medical College Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
He pursued his super specialisation in Rheumatology (DNB Rheumatology) from Indraprastha Apollo hospital, New Delhi, India. He has been awarded President Gold Medal for DNB Rheumatology.
He has also completed EULAR (European League Against Rheumatism) online course in Rheumatology.
Rheumatology is concerned with the specialized care and treatment of disorders of the joints, tendons, muscles and ligaments such as arthritis, gout, lupus erythematosus and other degenerative joint diseases. Rheumatological disease can present with a wide range of symptoms and it is important to establish quickly the cause of the symptoms for both acute and chronic conditions
Dr. Vishnu Sharma, at Arthritis Care Clinic, Ahmedabad, provides specialized treatment and incorporates a multidisciplinary approach, working closely with specialists from other medical disciplines, physical and occupational therapists as well as orthopedic surgeons to offer comprehensive patient care.
Dr. Vishnu Sharma believes, we don't just treat conditions, we treat people. He knows that when patients come to see him, they are dealing with more than just physical pain; they're dealing with the questions and concerns that health problems invariably bring.
Q: If my father and mother had arthritis, does that mean I'll get it?
A: While researchers suspect that some forms of arthritis have genetic links that does not necessarily mean that you will develop it. There are other "triggers" that can lead to someone having arthritis and many forms of arthritis are not fully understood as to what their causes may be.
Q: My doctor has recommended surgery for my arthritis. What do I need to know?
A:For some people, joint replacement and other types of surgery can provide significant pain relief and restore physical function.
Q: I want to start an exercise program and I have arthritis. What should I do?
A:First, speak with your doctor to find out which forms of exercise will be best suited to your particular physical condition. Consider developing your exercise program with the help of a physical therapist or personal trainer skilled in working with people who have arthritis.
