Objective. To demonstrate the basic features of rehabilitation of hand in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Indicate the applicable procedures of physical medicine in different stages of the disease. Explain the impact of certain physical methods on disease affected fist. The aim is to look at the positive effects of physical therapy on a patient's life after the end of the overall rehabilitation in regard to the initial condition. Methods. For the functional assessment of the hand I briefly referred to the methods of goniometry, a manual muscle test, and the measurement range of the joints. I briefly described the method of taking tests, assessment and reference values which should be obtained from measurements. I described the method of evaluation questionnaires HAQ-DI and DAS 28 and explained the meaning of the results for the functional ability of the hand. Discussion. I looked at the problem of chronicity disease and incomplete healing after completion of rehabilitation. I pointed to the incomplete satisfaction of personal goals of the individual upon completion of rehabilitation due to residual disability. Conclusion. Rehabilitation of the hand provoke measurable positive effects that allow the patient to return to daily and professional functioning. Has greatly enhanced the function itself fists. It causes a feeling of confidence, convenience and independence. Prevents the feeling of inferiority and allows the patient greater independence in daily life.