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Psoriatic arthritis treatment in Azerbaijan

Rheumatologist and dermatologist review, rehabilitation and Naftalan courses in a calm phase of psoriatic arthritis.

Psoriatic arthritis treatment in Azerbaijan begins with a specialist review in Baku. A rheumatologist examines your joints, spine and tendons, looks at your blood tests and X-rays and assesses how active the disease is, while a dermatologist can check the skin and nails during the same visit. Psoriatic arthritis is a long-term condition, so the trip is planned around the treatment you already receive at home.

When the disease is in a calm phase and your rheumatologist agrees, rehabilitation or a Naftalan resort course may ease stiffness and help joint mobility. Evidence for Naftalan is limited and results vary. The doctor confirms the plan and its length after examination. MedAzerbaijan is a coordinator, not a clinic. We review your reports, send a written estimate and arrange the visa, transfers, accommodation and an interpreter.

Treatment options in Azerbaijan

01

Rheumatologist and dermatologist review

A rheumatologist assesses the joints, spine and tendons, reviews blood tests and imaging and judges disease activity, while a dermatologist looks at the skin and nails. You receive written advice to share with your doctors at home.

02

Long-term treatment with your rheumatologist

Psoriatic arthritis usually needs ongoing medicine prescribed by a rheumatologist. Options may include anti-inflammatory and disease-modifying therapy, chosen individually by the doctor. Any change to the plan is continued at home under the care of your own rheumatologist.

03

Naftalan course in a calm phase

Outside a flare, and only if the resort physician allows it after an examination, daily Naftalan baths or applications may be given for 10 to 14 days. Your rheumatologist should agree to the course in advance.

Naftalan
04

Rehabilitation and physiotherapy

Exercise therapy, physiotherapy and advice on protecting the joints and spine help to keep movement and reduce stiffness. A rehabilitation doctor sets the programme after assessing you.

Rehabilitation

Where treatment takes place

Who it may suit

  • Adults with psoriatic arthritis who want a rheumatologist and a dermatologist to review their treatment
  • Patients with low disease activity or remission who are interested in a Naftalan or rehabilitation course
  • People whose joint or back stiffness persists despite treatment
  • People with psoriasis of the skin or nails who have developed joint pain and want a specialist opinion
  • Those who can spend about two weeks in Azerbaijan for a resort or rehabilitation course

When the trip should wait

  • During an active flare with fever or very swollen, hot joints, the trip waits until your rheumatologist has the inflammation under control
  • While the disease remains uncontrolled, a resort or rehabilitation course is not appropriate, and treatment is adjusted with your rheumatologist first
  • Naftalan procedures are not prescribed for cancer, severe heart failure, blood disorders, acute infections or during pregnancy
  • Patients on immunosuppressive therapy should not travel with an active infection and need their rheumatologist to approve the trip

The final decision is always made by the doctor after reviewing your documents.

Documents for the medical review

Send whatever you already have. If something is missing, the doctor will tell you what else is needed.

  • Rheumatologist report with the diagnosis and current disease activity
  • Dermatologist report or recent photos of the affected skin and nails
  • List of current medicines with doses, including any basic or biologic therapy
  • Recent blood tests, such as a complete blood count, ESR, CRP and liver and kidney function, and an ECG
  • X-rays or MRI of the affected joints or spine, if available
  • Passport copy for the visa and booking
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Frequently asked questions

Does Naftalan help with psoriatic arthritis?

Naftalan has traditionally been used in Azerbaijan for joint and skin conditions, and some patients with psoriatic arthritis in a calm phase report less stiffness after a course. Evidence is limited, results vary and it does not cure the disease. The resort physician decides after an examination, and the course does not replace the treatment prescribed by your rheumatologist.

Can the skin and the joints be treated during one trip?

Usually yes. A dermatologist and a rheumatologist can often be seen during the same visit, and the resort physician in Naftalan takes both the skin and the joints into account when prescribing procedures. More about skin care is explained on our page about psoriasis.

Do I need to change my medicines for the trip?

No. The medicines prescribed by your rheumatologist, including tablets or injections, are continued unless your own doctor decides otherwise. Pack enough for the whole stay and bring your prescriptions. If an injection is due while you are away, we agree on storage and timing with you before departure.

How long should I plan to stay?

A specialist review in Baku usually takes one or two days. A Naftalan or rehabilitation course usually lasts 10 to 14 days, so most patients plan about two weeks in Azerbaijan. The doctor confirms the exact length after the examination.

How much does psoriatic arthritis treatment cost?

The cost depends on whether you need a consultation only, a Naftalan or rehabilitation course or both, on the procedures prescribed and on accommodation and transfers. After reviewing your documents we send a written estimate listing everything included. You can also book an online consultation with a doctor before travelling.

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