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The study of rheumatism, arthritis, and other disorders of
the joints, muscles, and ligaments. The Department of Rheumatology at
Pushpagiri Hospital deals with the evaluation and medical management of
patients with musculoskeletal disorders. This includes a wide variety of
conditions popularly known as ‘vatharogam‘ in Malayalam. It is widely believed
in Kerala, that the allopathic system does not offer a cure for these
conditions. The fact is that there is considerable advancement in the
treatment of these conditions and if treated earlier many diseases can be well
controlled.