by londonrh | Aug 21, 2015 | arthritis, Dr Stephanie Barrett, London Rheumatologist, rheumatologist, Rheumatologist in London
Exercise and arthritis may sound like a bad idea to some but in fact, exercise can help keep the pains and other symptoms associated with the condition at bay. If you don’t already exercise it is never too late to give something a go and your body will benefit from...
by londonrh | Aug 18, 2015 | arthritis, Dr Stephanie Barrett, Dr Stephanie Kaye, London Rheumatologist, rheumatologist, Rheumatologist in London, Rheumatology
A diagnosis of arthritis does not have to mean the end of your career or a change of employment, necessarily but working life with arthritis can be challenging and there may need to be adjustments and support systems put in place. Most people want to continue with...
by londonrh | Aug 12, 2015 | arthritis, Dr Stephanie Barrett, Dr Stephanie Kaye, London Rheumatologist, rheumatologist, Rheumatologist in London, Rheumatology
Rheumatoid arthritis can affect many areas of the body although it mainly affects the joints and the symptoms of the condition tend to develop gradually over a period of weeks or months, whilst in some cases they progress quickly in a number of days. The symptoms are...
by londonrh | Aug 11, 2015 | Dr Stephanie Barrett, London Rheumatologist, rheumatologist, Rheumatologist in London, Rheumatology
Arthritis is a lifelong condition but it isn’t a life sentence! It can be life changing and simple daily tasks can become difficult alongside managing your family and work commitments but it can be done and many people are more than satisfied with their lives...
by londonrh | Aug 10, 2015 | Dr Stephanie Barrett, London Rheumatologist, rheumatologist, Rheumatologist in London, Rheumatology
One of the first things that comes to mind after a diagnosis of any condition is your future and how the condition may affect you as it progresses. How will Arthritis Affect Me? Arthritis is a lifelong condition which is usually diagnosed after you have already...
by londonrh | Jul 24, 2015 | Dr Stephanie Barrett, London Rheumatologist, rheumatologist, Rheumatologist in London, Rheumatology
Managing Arthritis of the Hand Once you have received a diagnosis of arthritis of the hand, it is understandable that you want to find ways of treating the condition and making it easier to live with. Getting help with arthritis pain in your hands is never going to...