Kidney stones – symptoms, causes and treatment
What are kidney stones? Kidney stones are hard crystalline masses of varying shapes and sizes that form on the inside
Heel pain – plantar fasciitis
Heel pain is most commonly caused by plantar fasciitis, a chronic (ongoing) overuse injury of the thick band of tissue
How long do hip and knee replacements last?
As we age, many of our hard-working joints start to wear out and may need to be replaced. Two common
Muscle aches and pains
General Information See Your Pharmacist or Medical Professional Treatment Tips Treatment Options More Information General Information General muscular aches and
How do medications help osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is a chronic joint disease which is very common, affecting about one in 10 people and disproportionately affecting women.
Mobilisation in intensive care
Intensive care units provide treatment to patients with acute and severe illness and injury. Some people are admitted to surgical
Corticosteroid injections
Corticosteroids (also known as steroids) are medicines that can be used to treat inflammation. When corticosteroids are injected into or
More exercise equals less disease
The benefits of physical activity on reducing risk of chronic diseases are well documented. Relatively few studies, however, have quantified
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes chronic (ongoing) problems with generalised pain, tenderness and muscle stiffness throughout the body, alongside