Over-the-counter treatments for osteoarthritis include simple pain relievers, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and rubefacients (heat rubs).
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Gout: two-thirds of Australians don’t have ideal control
Two-thirds of Australians with gout have uric acid concentrations above the recommended levels and may not be being treated adequately, according to a recent study.
Osteoarthritis: prescription medicines
Medicines to relieve the pain of osteoarthritis usually form part of a treatment plan. Find out the current thinking on paracetamol, NSAIDs, corticosteroid injections and other prescription medicines for arthritis.
What to eat if you have rheumatoid arthritis
While diet can’t replace medicines in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), there are some dietary changes that may help people with their RA symptoms.
Native plant gives hope in rheumatoid arthritis
Extracts of mountain pepper, an Australian plant, have a high antibiotic activity against bacteria that may be a trigger for rheumatoid arthritis.
Paget’s disease of bone
Paget’s disease of bone is characterised by repeated episodes of increased bone resorption followed by excessive attempts at repair.
Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a type of chronic arthritis that affects joints such as the hands, fingers, wrists and knees, and affects joints on both sides of the body at the same time.
Faecal transplants may be future treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
Faecal transplants may be an exciting new therapy for people with rhematoid arthritis (RA), especially those for whom biologic therapy isn’t working.
