Arthritis is a common complaint of ageing, but it can also affect younger people. This section covers risk factors, treatment and prevention.

ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS
This is an arthritic condition of the spine. This article provides a detailed overview of its possible effects and advice on treatment.

CELEBREX
This is a new class of drug that may be particularly useful for patients unable to tolerate anti-inflammatories. This article outlines important facts and precautions about it.

CHILBLAINS
This article outlines the causes ,prevention and treatment of this painful condition.

FIBROMYALGIA
This is an increasingly recognised problem with several complex causes. Psychological factors play a significant role for some patients. Effective treatment plans are available.

GOUT
Gout is a painful condition characterised by inflammation of a joint. This article provides an in depth look at the problem and how it can be prevented.

JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY
Hip and knee joints can become stiff and painful due to arthritis. This article looks at the best candidates for joint replacement and how the operation is performed.

NON-STERIODAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORIES
NSAIDs are commonly used to treat painful inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. This article profiles the medicines and their side effects.

OSTEOARTHRITIS
Osteoarthritis is a problem with aging and is more common among women. This article discusses the symptoms and treatment of the condition.

PAINFUL SHOULDER CONDITIONS
The shoulder area is prone to a number of troublesome and painful conditions, which this article describes in depth.

POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA
Polymyalgia mainly affects older people. This article looks at the symptoms and treatment of the condition.

PREDNISONE
Prednisone is a corticosteriod used to treat inflammatory conditions like asthma and arthritis. This article provides recommendations on how Prednisone should be used.

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS
Rheumatoid arthritis affects about one percent of the population. This article details the symptoms and treatment of the condition.

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS MEDICATIONS
This article profiles a range of important medications known as disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs).

A-Z of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal & Skin Problems