Arthritis

Arthritis is a term for a group of conditions that affect the joints in your body. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for arthritis.

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How will I know if I have arthritis?

In the early stages of arthritis, you may have pain, stiffness or swelling of your joints, such as in your wrists, knuckles, hips, knees or ankles.

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Arthritis in children (juvenile idiopathic arthritis)

Learn about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA or juvenile arthritis) – chronic (ongoing) childhood arthritis that causes joint pain and swelling.

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Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is a disease that affects your joints. It occurs in people with psoriasis. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment here.

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Rheumatoid arthritis

Experiencing pain and swelling in the smaller joints in your hands or feet? It could be rheumatoid arthritis. Find out more here.

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Total ankle replacement

Arthritis of your ankle is often the result of previous ankle injuries or rheumatoid arthritis. If you have severe pain, stiffness and disability, an ankle replacement should reduce your pain and still give you some movement in your ankle.

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Gout

Gout is a type of arthritis caused by a build-up of uric acid, leading to symptoms like painful joint inflammation. Lifestyle changes may reduce the risk of developing gout.

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Ankylosing spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis that mainly affects your spine. There’s no cure for AS, but treatments can help ease your symptoms.

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Ankle arthrodesis

If you have severe arthritis in your ankle, an ankle arthrodesis should reduce your pain and allow you to do more of your normal activities.

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Total elbow replacement

An elbow replacement is usually suitable for people who have arthritis. If you have severe pain, stiffness and disability, an elbow replacement should reduce your pain and help you to move your arm more easily.

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Total shoulder replacement

Arthritis of your shoulder can cause severe pain, stiffness and disability. A shoulder replacement should reduce your pain and help you to move your shoulder more easily.

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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a common, long-term joint condition that causes pain and limits joint movement. There are many causes, but the symptoms can often be managed.

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Unicompartmental knee replacement

Arthritis of your knee usually happens without a known cause. It can sometimes affect only part of your knee. If you have severe pain, stiffness and disability, a partial knee replacement should reduce your pain and help you to walk more easily.

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How exercise is changing lives

Experts now recommend that physical activity be prescribed for cancer patients. Here's how exercise plays a surprising role in health conditions like cancer and depression.

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Knee pain

Knee pain is a common problem with many causes. Find out more about the symptoms of knee pain and when you should seek medical treatment.

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Hip pain

Hip pain is very common. Learn more about the signs, symptoms, treatments and self-care options and when to seek medical attention.

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Spinal stenosis

Spinal stenosis, or spinal canal stenosis, is a narrowing of the canal in which the spinal cord sits.

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Joint diseases and problems

Joint diseases and problems can severely limit a person's quality of life, so it's important know what the different types are. Learn more about them here.

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Hip replacement

Hip replacement maybe recommended if you have severe hip pain and other treatments haven't worked. Read about benefits and risks of this surgery.

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Seniors' health

As you get older, it's important to understand how ageing affects the mind and body. Read up on bone health, arthritis, nutrition and more.

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Medicines for osteoarthritis

There are many different types of medicines used to help ease osteoarthritis symptoms. Learn more about what medicines to take from a trusted source.

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Trapeziectomy

Osteoarthritis at the base of your thumb can cause pain when you use your thumb and prevent you from performing normal activities. A trapeziectomy can relieve the pain and so improve how your thumb works.

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Knee replacement

A knee replacement may be recommended if you are suffering from knee pain and other treatments suggested by your doctor have not worked.

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Medicines for gout

Some gout medicines help reduce pain and swelling, and others can prevent new attacks. It's important to treat gout to prevent long term joint pain.

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Lyme disease

Lyme disease is caused by bacteria from a tick bite. However, these bacteria have not been found in Australia. Find out more about Lyme disease here.

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Joint pain and swelling

Joint pain and swelling can affect any joint in the body and often accompanied by stiffness and aches. Learn more about managing pain and living well.

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Bones, muscles and joints

Bones, muscles and joints make up the musculoskeletal system. Learn more about their function as well as conditions and injuries that affect them.

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Anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs)

Anti-inflammatory medicines can be used to relieve pain, reduce redness and swelling (inflammation), or treat a fever.

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Baker’s cysts

Baker's cysts are caused by fluid that comes from the knee joint. Here's how to treat the symptoms once diagnosed, and respond to complications.

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Sjögren’s syndrome

Sjögren’s syndrome is a condition of your immune system that commonly affects your eyes and salivary glands. Here's how your doctor may diagnose it.

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