Ask the experts
Our clinical and expert contributors answer your questions about arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions and managing your symptoms.
Ask the doctor: "Should I exercise with arthritis?"
Dr Benjamin Ellis, Consultant Rheumatologist and Senior Clinical Policy Advisor at Arthritis UK, answers questions on exercising with arthritis.
Ask the doctor: "I’ve just been diagnosed with arthritis."
GP, Dr Natasha Usher, answers the questions she’s frequently asked by patients who’ve been recently diagnosed with arthritis.
Ask the physio: "Will training for a running event make arthritis worse?"
Consultant Physiotherapist Michael Dore addresses concerns around running with arthritis and explains how to train in a safe way.
Ask the doctor: Sports injuries and osteoarthritis, what's the risk?
Specialist Registrar in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation, Dr Oliver O'Sullivan answers your questions about injuries and osteoarthritis.
Ask the doctor: "I have rheumatoid arthritis and at risk of osteoporosis"
Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP, writer and broadcaster, explains osteoporosis risk factors, the DEXA scan and the types of treatment available.
Ask the dietitian: "Does turmeric help with aches and pains?"
Angie Jefferson, Registered Dietitian and Registered Nutritionist, explains what turmeric is and whether it's effective in managing arthritis pain.
Ask the surgeon: "What type of hip replacement would be best for me?"
John Skinner, consultant orthopaedic surgeon, and Alister Hart, Professor of orthopaedic surgery, explain the types of hip surgery available.
Ask the doctor: "Can arthritis affect your heart?"
Dr Benjamin Ellis, Consultant Rheumatologist and Senior Clinical Policy Adviser at Arthritis UK, explains how arthritis can impact heart health.
Ask the nurse: "How can I manage psoriasis if I have psoriatic arthritis?"
Lucy Moorhead, Nurse Consultant in Inflammatory Skin Disease, explains how to cope with psoriasis, sharing her tips for healthy skin care.
Experts involved in arthritis care
If you've been diagnosed with arthritis, you might have to see several health professionals to look after all aspects of your care. The team itself may vary from hospital to hospital.
Managing arthritis symptoms
If you're living with arthritis, you might be experiencing joint pain, fatigue or stiffness. Find out about ways in which you can manage your symptoms better, including self-help tips and advice.
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