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Arthritis is a term that encompasses over 120 different conditions characterised by joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Managing arthritis often requires a combination of lifestyle changes and medication. Your doctor will help work out the right medication for you based…

Arthritis is a common, chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Living with arthritis can be challenging, but adopting a multidisciplinary approach can significantly improve your quality of life. Effective management of…

Living with arthritis can present daily challenges, from managing pain to coping with fatigue. These symptoms can significantly impact one’s quality of life, making it essential to adopt effective strategies for their management. While arthritis may not have a cure,…

While it’s true that women are more commonly diagnosed with arthritis, men are by no means immune to arthritis. In fact, arthritis can affect men of all ages, races, and backgrounds, with some differences in presentation and risk factors. In…

Living with arthritis presents various physical challenges, but the toll it takes on mental health can be equally significant. Chronic pain, fatigue, and the unpredictability of symptoms can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression in some people. However, it is…

In today’s digital age, information is readily available at our fingertips, but not all of it is reliable or trustworthy. For people living with arthritis, identifying the difference between credible scientific research and fake science is important for making informed…

Knee arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility in the knee joint. This chronic condition can significantly impact daily activities and quality of life. Living with knee arthritis can present…

Suzanne was diagnosed with seronegative inflammatory polyarthritis in February 2022. The symptoms began five months earlier with sore shoulders. She thought she might have overdone the balance classes at the gym in Berry where she lives with her husband. By…

John has been living with mild hand arthritis which became more troublesome in September 2022. He also lives with Parkinsons Disease. He contacted Arthritis NSW for advice when his hand arthritis grew worse. ‘The index finger and middle finger of…