Arthritis

No special diet or 'miracle food' can cure arthritis, but some conditions may be helped by avoiding or including certain foods.

Exercise can reduce some of the symptoms of arthritis, and improve joint mobility and strength.

Pain is our built-in alarm system. It makes us aware that something might be going wrong in our body. However, there are many things you can do to deal effectively with persistent pain.

People of all ages and fitness levels can practice tai chi and may gain health benefits.

People can manage their arthritis using medication, physiotherapy, exercise and self management techniques.

Knee replacement surgery removes a diseased knee joint and replaces it with an artificial joint.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines should always be used cautiously and for the shortest time possible.

Always see your doctor if you have ongoing pain to find the best pain-management option for you.

Pain is our built-in alarm system. It makes us aware that something might be going wrong in our body. However, there are many things you can do to deal effectively with persistent pain.

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of inflammatory arthritis that targets the joints of the spine.

One child in every 1,000 in Australia is diagnosed with juvenile arthritis. It is one of the most common chronic conditions to affect children.

People can manage their arthritis using medication, physiotherapy, exercise and self management techniques.

Fibromyalgia is a condition associated with widespread pain and tenderness.

While most other types of arthritis develop slowly, an attack of gout happens suddenly, often overnight.

Many people will experience symptoms of osteoarthritis as they age.

Typical symptoms of polymyalgia rheumatica include severe muscle aches and stiffness, particularly in the neck, shoulders and thighs.

Reactive arthritis is a form of arthritis that occurs as a result of some bacterial infections.

Early treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is important in helping you manage the condition more effectively.

People can manage their arthritis using medication, physiotherapy, exercise and self management techniques.

Most people can resume normal activities around three weeks after an arthroscopy.

Back pain is common. Some people will develop back pain that is persistent (lasts more than three months). There are many things that you can do to live well with back pain.

A chronic or long term illness means the person has to adjust to the demands of the illness and the therapy used to treat the condition.

Elbow pain and can result from overuse in a range of sports or occupations.

The hip joint is complicated to allow a wide range of motion while still supporting the weight of the body.

A joint is the part of the body where two or more bones meet to allow movement.

Treatments like physiotherapy, osteopathy or remedial massage can generally help neck and shoulder pain.

Shoulder pain is common in our community. The good news is that with appropriate treatment pain will improve so you can get back to doing the things you enjoy.