What are Baker’s cysts? A brief video from Dr Norman Swan
Baker’s cysts are cysts that occur at the back of your knee. And they’re often associated with severe arthritis or
Joint pain – top 10 causes
Your joints are areas where 2 or more bones meet – they usually allow parts of your body to bend
Exercising and osteoarthritis
Yes, people with arthritis should exercise. Whilst exercising may seem counter-intuitive when you are suffering from arthritis and have knee,
Arthritis and surgery: hip replacement
The aim of a hip replacement is to alleviate pain and restore function in the hip joint. For some people
Arthritis and surgery: knee replacement
If you suffer from severe arthritis of the knee that remains painful despite treatment with medicines, exercise, rest and supports
Slowing of osteoarthritis with weight loss
Osteoarthritis is one of the most common forms of arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage between joints breaks down, leading
Osteoarthritis treatments
Although there is no cure for osteoarthritis, a number of treatments are available. The main aims of treatment are to:
Arthritis: aids and equipment to help
Having arthritis doesn’t necessarily mean you will be restricted in your day-to-day activities — there is a wide variety of
Rheumatoid arthritis: prescription medicines
If you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), prescription medicines will be an important part of your treatment plan. Although these medicines