Understanding Joint Injections for Arthritis
The most common type of joint injection arthritis patients have is a steroid injection. While steroids can be take orally they are often much more effective when injected into the effected area. Steroids occur naturally in the human body, but artificially produced...
Managing and Diagnosing Musculoskeletal Pain
Musculoskeletal pain can be indicative of many conditions. It is sadly a common experience for many people living with rheumatic conditions and pain disorders. Many people with musculoskeletal pain are referred to rheumatology for further examinations and tests....
January Topic of the Month: Exercise for Arthritis
We have discussed exercise for arthritis on this blog and website many times. We’ve chosen it as our first topic of the month for 2018 because it cannot be underestimated. Exercise can really improve the symptoms for many arthritis patients and it also boosts energy,...
Is there a Rheumatoid Arthritis Test?
Many people worrying about their health want quick answers. If you have concerns about arthritis you may want to know if there is a rheumatoid arthritis test or similar. The simple answer is no. There is no single test which gives a definite diagnosis of the...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