Treatments for Arthritis

Follow the links below to find information on treating arthritis, including drug treatments, diet and exercise therapy, alternative therapies, physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

Reviewed July 2011

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Diet and Arthritis

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Drug Treatments for Arthritis

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Links to information on drugs used for treating arthritis and their effectiveness.

Exercise Therapy for Arthritis

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Surgery for Arthritis

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Systematic Reviews of Treatments for Arthritis

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Links to systematic reviews of the evidence for the effectiveness of treatments for arthritis.

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Title:   Neck and shoulder pain
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The neck and shoulders are prone to injury. Trauma, poor posture and arthritis are common causes of neck pain. Injuries include whiplash, tendonitis, fractures and dislocation of the shoulder. Treatments like physiotherapy, osteopathy or remedial massage can generally help neck and shoulder pain.
Date:   Nov 2011
Title:   Population differences in health-care use for arthritis and osteoporosis in Australia
Publisher:   Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Description:   This report presents differences in health-care use for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis between population groups. The report suggests that, among those with osteoarthritis or osteoporosis, females are more likely to take actions to manage their condition and have a lower rate of joint replacement than males.
Date:   Aug 2011
Title:   Taking control of your psoriatic arthritis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with psoriatic arthritis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead active, healthy lives. The booklet provides information and practical advice about working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Taking control of your osteoarthritis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with osteoarthritis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead an active, healthy life. The booklet provides information and practical advice about working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Taking control of your rheumatoid arthritis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with rheumatoid arthritis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead active, healthy lives. The booklet provides information and practical advice on working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Mar 2011
Title:   Taking control of your ankylosing spondylitis : a practical guide to treatments, services and lifestyle choices
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This booklet is to help people with ankylosing spondylitis better understand their condition and manage their symptoms so they can continue to lead an active, healthy life. The booklet provides information and practical advice on working with your healthcare team, choosing appropriate foods and activities, understanding arthritis medicines and finding support.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Dealing with pain
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   Living with pain can be one of the hardest parts of having arthritis. This information sheet about dealing with pain includes information on understanding the pain cycle and learning techniques that may help with the pain.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Arthritis and emotions
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides details about the risks and impact of depression in people with arthritis. It includes general information about the symptoms of depression, the link between depression and arthritis and treatment options for managing depression.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Complementary therapies
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides general information about complementary therapies for people with arthritis. It includes a summary of the current evidence about complementary therapies for arthritis and tips for the safe use of complementary therapies.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Saving energy
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides details about managing fatigue and conserving energy for people with arthritis. It includes general information about making daily tasks easier and taking pressure off joints affected by arthritis.
Date:   Jan 2011
Title:   Fact sheet 27 - Depression and arthritis
Publisher:   beyondblue
Description:   This fact sheet discusses the link between arthritis and depression. Includes information on treatments.
Date:   Nov 2010
Title:   Use of health services for arthritis and osteoporosis
Publisher:   Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW)
Description:   There is considerable variation in the type and extent of health services used and actions taken to manage the three conditions. While the management of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is primarily focused on reducing pain and slowing down disease progression, the focus in the case of osteoporosis is largely on containing its role as a risk factor for fractures and other associated complications.
Date:   Nov 2010
Title:   Complementary therapies (Italian)
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides general information about complementary therapies for people with arthritis. It includes a summary of the current evidence about complementary therapies for arthritis and tips for the safe use of complementary therapies. Written in Italian.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Complementary therapies (Vietnamese)
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides general information about complementary therapies for people with arthritis. It includes a summary of the current evidence about complementary therapies for arthritis and tips for the safe use of complementary therapies. Written in Vietnamese.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Complementary therapies (Greek)
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides general information about complementary therapies for people with arthritis. It includes a summary of the current evidence about complementary therapies for arthritis and tips for the safe use of complementary therapies. Written in Greek.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Complementary therapies (Chinese)
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet provides general information about complementary therapies for people with arthritis. It includes a summary of the current evidence about complementary therapies for arthritis and tips for the safe use of complementary therapies. Written in Chinese.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Complementary therapies (Arabic)
Publisher:   Arthritis Australia
Description:   This information sheet, written in Arabic, provides general information about complementary therapies for people with arthritis. It includes a summary of the current evidence about complementary therapies for arthritis and tips for the safe use of complementary therapies.
Date:   Jan 2010
Title:   Arthritis
Publisher:   The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
Description:   Arthritis literally means 'inflammation of the joint'. There are approximately 150 conditions that can be classified as arthritis. The most common symptoms are pain, swelling and stiffness in one or more joints, and fatigue. Three of the most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout.
Date:   Dec 2009
Title:   Copper and magnetic bracelets for arthritis? - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Claims that copper or magnetic bracelets ease arthritic pain are not supported by scientific evidence.
Date:   Nov 2009
Title:   Arthritis: physical therapies - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Physical therapies, such as physiotherapy, low-level laser therapy and acupuncture, are offered as ways to relieve arthritis pain.
Date:   Nov 2009

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