By Sarah Bersey BSc (Hons) Pg Dip Osteoarthritis  (OA) is a non-communicable, chronic, and progressive disease characterized by symptoms that stem from degenerative changes in the joint (see below) (Ferreira et al 2024). https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/seo-graphic-content-initiative/eh-how-osteoarthritis-affects-the-body-seo-graphics.png?w=1110    Pharmacological treatments include topical and oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, capsai

By Nikki Elmi By Nikki Elmi Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of rare inherited connective tissue disorders that affect the body’s ability to produce or process collagen, an essential protein that provides strength and elasticity to skin, ligaments, blood vessels, and organs. First described by dermatologists Edvard Ehlers and Henri-Alexandre Danlos in the early 1900s, EDS has since been classified into 13 distinct subtypes based on genetic, biochemical, and clinical fe

Frozen shoulder is a condition characterized by shoulder pain and limited movement, often affecting women during perimenopause. The condition is linked to hormonal changes, particularly the decrease in estrogen, which plays a crucial role in musculoskeletal health. While frozen shoulder typically resolves within 3-4 years, treatments like physical therapy, pain medication, and surgery can help manage symptoms and improve mobility.

What is Axial Spondyloarthritis? Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints (the joints connecting the lower spine to the pelvis). Unlike typical mechanical back pain, axSpA is driven by immune system dysfunction and inflammation, which can lead to stiffness, chronic pain, and even spinal fusion in severe cases. The condition often starts in early adulthood, typically before age 45, and affects both

By Sarah Bersey BSc (hons) Pg Dip. Osteoarthritis  normally affects older people. In the UK, it is the fastest growing cause of disability. Obesity is a major risk factor, although osteoarthritis may run in families or can develop as a result of injury. (BDA 2025).  The effects experienced by sufferers can be seen below: https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/seo-graphic-content-initiative/eh-how-osteoarthritis-affects-the-body-seo-graphics.png?w=1110   It’s a  disease  wh

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