Arthritis eLearning platform launched GPs interested in the latest evidence-based care recommendations for arthritis can now access free self-paced learning modules.
Exercise most benefits those with highest OA pain: Study Research indicates physical activity may be particularly important to manage depression in people with greater osteoarthritis-related pain.
Methotrexate effective against osteoarthritis: Study Long-awaited relief could be on the way for patients, after researchers found a weekly oral dose of the drug lessened pain and stiffness.
Injections ‘no better than placebo’ for hand osteoarthritis: Study The most effective interventions are oral NSAIDs and glucocorticoids, according to the results of a systemic review published this week.
Steep rise in health burden of osteoarthritis Greater life expectancy, increasing obesity and expanding populations are all factors in the increase, a new study suggests.
Opioids ease osteoarthritis pain only slightly: Research Their deadly risks need to be weighed against any benefit, according to the authors of a new Australian study.
Do antidepressants help for treatment of back pain and osteoarthritis? A study examining the efficacy and safety of this line of medicine compared with placebo indicates otherwise.
Explainer: What is rheumatoid arthritis? It affects around one in 100 people, but researchers do not fully understand what causes rheumatoid arthritis.
Steroid injections for OA may accelerate disease progression A new paper outlines the risks of intra-articular corticosteroid injection and advocates for the prior use of imaging.
Australia has a new action plan for arthritis Experts believe the common condition could be better treated and prevented.