Fig. 3From: Disease flares in rheumatoid arthritis are associated with joint damage progression and disability: 10-year results from the BeSt studyCumulative probability plots of the mean functional ability (measured with the health assessment questionnaire (HAQ)) during year 2 to year 10 of follow-up, stratified for definition and number of flares. a According to the definition of flare A (DAS >2.4, with an increase in DAS of at least 0.6 from a previous DAS of any value). b According to the definition of minor flare B (DAS >2.4, from a previous DAS ≤2.4 with an increase of DAS <0.6). c According to the definition of major flare B (DAS >2.4 from a previous DAS ≤2.4 with an increase in DAS ≥0.6)Back to article page