According to the NHS, ten million people in the UK have arthritis. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the most common. Symptoms include joint pain, tenderness and stiffness, inflammation of the joints, restricted movement and weakness and muscle wasting. Left...
Since the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) was founded in 2001, one of their key aims has been to increase public understanding and awareness of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) as distinct from other forms of arthritis. Whilst they have come a long way, there...
Having to deal with arthritis pain in your daily life is stressful, but finding ways of alleviating your pain should not contribute more stress. The tips offered here, if applied, will help you follow through on your normal daily routine and take away some of the...
Musculoskeletal pain causes problems for the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and nerves. The pain can range from being minor right through to chronic and it can either be localised or in a number of areas of the body. The most common form of musculoskeletal pain is...
If you suffer with Arthritis then you might feel as though travelling is beyond what you are capable of. Often, the pain and your lack of movement can hold you back. However, you should not let arthritis stop you in your tracks because it is possible to travel and...
Some experts suggest injection of Vitamin D can be beneficial for some people living with arthritis. Research so far shows that vitamin D may play an important role in the health of the joints and having low levels can increase the risk of developing a rheumatic...
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
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