What is Trigger Finger?
Trigger Finger is a condition which can be very painful and can affect any of the digits of the hand. Your finger or thumb locks out of position and it can be very painful and a nuisance to live with. It is a common condition which may recover on its own but in some...
Treating Soft Tissue Musculoskeletal Pain
Soft tissue musculoskeletal pain is a symptom of many conditions and can be extremely painful to live with, without treatment. It is usually felt in tissues around sore bones and joints and can be difficult to pinpoint or diagnose. It usually comes from the muscles...
Steroid Injections for Arthritis
Many arthritis patients will be given the option of steroid injections as part of their pain management plan. Steroid mixtures and doses vary from patient to patient, but you can be sure your doctor will be able to make the right decision for your needs. Steroid...
Understanding and Managing Shoulder Pain
In most cases shoulder pain is not something to worry about. It is usually a short-term experience and only effects a small area of the shoulder. It can be caused by many things from inflammation to injury to tension in the neck muscles due to poor posture. If there...Dr Stephanie Barrett
Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist in London
MB, ChB, MD, FRCP
GMC No. 2825957
- President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Rheumatology Division, 2017-18
- Member of Council and Trustee at the Royal Society of Medicine
- Member of Council, Rheumatology Section of the Royal Society of Medicine