Arthritis & Joints Editorial Team
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Assistive Devices for Joint Pain: Canes, Splints, and Supportive Footwear Explained
A clear overview of commonly used assistive tools for joint pain — what each one does, how it's used, and who typically …
Common Misconceptions About Joint Pain That Can Delay Relief
From 'exercise makes it worse' to 'pain is just part of ageing' — separating harmful myths from evidence-based facts abo…
Everyday Joint Protection: A Practical Framework for Moving With Less Pain
Learn joint-protection principles that help older adults reduce strain during daily tasks — from getting out of a chair …
Foods That May Influence Joint Inflammation: What the Evidence Says
Explore the dietary patterns associated with lower inflammation and joint health, including what the science does — and …
Gentle Movement Routines That Support Stiff, Painful Joints
Step-by-step guidance on low-impact stretching and strengthening exercises designed to ease joint stiffness without aggr…
Habits That Quietly Make Joint Pain Harder to Manage
Certain everyday patterns — from how you sit to how you pace activity — can unintentionally worsen joint pain. Learn wha…
Heat Therapy vs. Cold Therapy for Joint Pain
Heat and cold packs both ease joint pain — but in different situations. Learn when each approach is appropriate and how …
Joint Pain in Older Adults: What's Actually Happening Inside Your Joints
Understand why joints become painful with age — from cartilage wear to inflammation — and what that means for daily comf…
Mind-Body Approaches to Joint Pain: Stress, Perception, and Coping
Explore how stress and mental state influence pain perception, and what psychological strategies are used alongside phys…
Physiotherapy vs. Home Exercise Programs for Joint Pain
Compare supervised physiotherapy with self-managed home exercise routines — when each approach is most appropriate and w…
Starting an Activity Routine When Joint Pain Makes Movement Difficult
A beginner-friendly guide to safely reintroducing regular physical activity when joint pain, stiffness, or fear of injur…
The Role of Sleep in Joint Pain: Why Rest Is Part of the Treatment
Poor sleep can worsen pain sensitivity and inflammation. Understand the relationship between sleep quality and joint pai…
Tracking Your Joint Pain: What to Record and Why It Matters
A structured checklist for monitoring joint pain patterns — helping you spot triggers, measure progress, and have more p…
Warm Water Exercise and Joint Pain: Why Aquatic Movement Feels Different
Discover how buoyancy and warmth in aquatic exercise reduce joint load, and what the research says about its role in man…
Weight, Joint Load, and Pain: Understanding the Mechanical Connection
Learn how body weight affects the pressure placed on weight-bearing joints, and why even modest changes can influence pa…
Why Joint Pain Often Feels Worse in the Morning — and What Helps
Morning stiffness is a common complaint for older adults with joint conditions. Understand why it happens and practical …
A Plain-Language Guide to the Major Types of Arthritis
From osteoarthritis to gout, this beginner-friendly overview covers the most common arthritis types, their causes, and h…
Ankylosing Spondylitis: Arthritis That Targets the Spine
Ankylosing spondylitis causes inflammation in the spine and sacroiliac joints. Understand its symptoms, progression, and…
Arthritis Types at a Glance: A Reference Guide to Key Terms and Definitions
A concise lookup resource covering definitions, affected joints, and distinguishing features for the most recognised for…
Common Myths About Arthritis That Older Adults Hear Most
From 'arthritis is just aging' to 'damp weather causes it,' many arthritis beliefs don't hold up. Here's what the eviden…
Gout vs. Pseudogout: Two Crystal Arthritis Conditions Compared
Both gout and pseudogout involve crystal deposits in joints, but the crystals, affected joints, and risk factors differ.…
Gout: The Arthritis Caused by Uric Acid Crystals
Gout causes sudden, intense joint pain, often in the big toe. Learn what triggers uric acid buildup and what to expect f…
Inflammatory vs. Non-Inflammatory Arthritis: Why the Distinction Matters
Not all arthritis involves inflammation. Understanding this key divide can help you recognise symptoms and have more inf…
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: What Families Should Understand
Arthritis isn't only an adult condition. This overview covers the main subtypes of juvenile idiopathic arthritis and how…
Lupus-Related Arthritis: How Joint Symptoms Fit Into a Broader Condition
Joint pain is common in lupus, but lupus arthritis has distinct features. Learn how it compares to other inflammatory ty…
Osteoarthritis Explained: What Happens Inside a Worn Joint
Understand how osteoarthritis develops, which joints it affects most, and what the gradual loss of cartilage means for d…
Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis: Understanding the Core Differences
These two common arthritis types share joint pain but have very different causes, patterns, and progression. Here's what…
Psoriatic Arthritis: When Skin and Joint Disease Overlap
Psoriatic arthritis affects both skin and joints. Discover how it presents, who is at risk, and how it relates to psoria…
Questions Worth Asking Your Doctor After an Arthritis Diagnosis
A newly diagnosed arthritis patient faces a lot of uncertainty. This checklist helps you prepare for your appointment an…
Reactive Arthritis: Joint Pain That Follows an Infection
Reactive arthritis develops after a bacterial infection elsewhere in the body. Learn how it presents, how long it typica…
Rheumatoid Arthritis: An Autoimmune Condition, Not Just Joint Wear
Rheumatoid arthritis is driven by the immune system, not aging. Learn how it differs from other types and why early reco…
Anti-Inflammatory Eating Patterns: Mediterranean, DASH, and Plant-Based Approaches Compared
Three widely studied dietary patterns are often linked to reduced inflammation. See how they differ, what they share, an…
Aquatic Exercise vs. Land-Based Exercise for Joint Protection
Water workouts reduce joint load, but land-based exercise builds bone density. See how these two approaches compare for …
Everyday Habits That Quietly Wear Down Your Joints Over Time
From prolonged sitting to improper lifting, some common routines place unnecessary stress on joints. Learn what to watch…
Evidence-Based Principles for Keeping Joints Healthy as You Age
A grounded look at the lifestyle practices with the strongest support for preserving joint function across the later dec…
Getting Started with Joint-Health Habits After 60
New to prioritising joint care? This introduction covers the essentials of movement, nutrition, and rest for adults star…
How Posture and Body Mechanics Affect Joint Load Over Decades
The way you sit, stand, and lift shapes cumulative stress on your joints. Here's what good body mechanics looks like in …
Inflammatory Foods and Joint Pain: Sorting Evidence from Hype
Not every 'anti-inflammatory' claim holds up. Here's what the research actually says about diet and joint discomfort in …
Joint Health Self-Check: A Weekly Habit Audit
Use this practical checklist to review your movement, hydration, nutrition, and rest habits each week and spot gaps befo…
Joint-Friendly Movement: Building a Daily Routine That Actually Sticks
A practical framework for weaving low-impact movement into everyday life to protect your joints without overhauling your…
Omega-3s, Vitamin D, and Collagen: What Nutrients Actually Do for Joints
A clear look at the evidence behind key nutrients linked to joint health, including what food sources provide them and w…
Protecting Your Joints for the Long Haul: A Comprehensive Wellness Guide
From diet and exercise to posture and stress management, this end-to-end guide covers the lifestyle pillars of lasting j…
Strength Training and Ageing Joints: Weighing the Trade-Offs
Resistance exercise supports joint stability, but technique and load matter. A balanced look at the benefits and risks f…
The Role of Sleep in Joint Recovery and Inflammation
Poor sleep can raise inflammatory markers that stress joints. Understand the connection and what sound sleep hygiene loo…
Warmth and Cold for Sore Joints: When Each Approach Makes Sense
Heat relaxes stiff muscles; cold can reduce acute swelling. Understand the reasoning behind each so you can apply them a…
Why Cartilage Doesn't Heal the Way Muscle Does
Cartilage has limited blood supply, making it slow to recover. Learn what this means for your daily joint habits and lon…