Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic disease with chronic inflammation of joints as its main manifestation. It is like a moth hidden in the human body, successively eroding synovial membrane, cartilage and bone tissue, resulting in joint deformity and loss of function. It can also damage the heart, lungs, kidneys, nerves and other internal organs. The prevalence rate in China is about 0.33%. It is more common in women, with higher incidence in postpartum and menopause. According to the statistics, about 15% of patients have remission after a single attack, 75% have intermittent or persistent attacks, and 10% progress rapidly to severe disease. Therefore, early treatment can help to better control the disease. Rheumatoid arthritis manifestations: early manifestation of symmetrical heart joint swelling and pain, mainly in the small joints of the limbs, including metacarpophalangeal joints, proximal interphalangeal joints, wrist joints are most common; elbow, shoulder, knee and other joint involvement is also more common. There is morning stiffness, and in the advanced stage, there are different degrees of joint deformity and bony fusion. Extra-articular manifestations are symptoms of severe rheumatoid arthritis or active lesions, and all organs of the body can be affected. The main objectives of treatment are: to relieve pain; to reduce inflammation; to reduce unnecessary adverse effects; to maintain muscle and joint function; and to restore a comfortable and creative life as much as possible. Rheumatoid arthritis treatment: The treatment plan should be individualized and formulated according to the patient’s condition. Early treatment, regular medication, combined medication, and long-term adherence are the most critical principles in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, and many international experts believe that rheumatoid arthritis patients need lifelong medication. Rheumatoid arthritis treatment includes general therapy, drug therapy and surgery. General treatment emphasizes patient education and the concept of holistic and standardized treatment. Appropriate rest, physical therapy, somatic therapy, topical medications, proper joint activities and muscle exercises play an important role in relieving symptoms and improving joint function. The treatment drugs are mainly disease-controlling drugs, and the combination of drugs is advocated, including: methotrexate, leflunomide, hydroxychloroquine sulfate, biological agents, etc. The above drug combinations are commonly used in clinical practice, but doctors will choose different combinations according to the different conditions of patients. Principles of joint protection: During the acute phase of joint swelling and pain, it is advisable to rest temporarily and stop activities. Avoid maintaining one posture for a long time, such as standing for a long time, and rest at appropriate times. Avoid prolonged flexion of fingers, such as typing, repairing things, bending fingers to wash hair, etc. Apply palms, arms and elbows to support when lifting heavy objects and avoid using hands to support. When carrying out or beating two, if there is increasing pain, you should stop immediately and do not force to carry out.