Iona Walton
COVID-19 may lead to longer term joint pain and fibromyalgia
It’s early days to know for sure, but it looks as though COVID-19 may trigger the development of some autoimmune conditions, fibromyalgia and other rheumatic musculoskeletal diseases.Essential oils take on arthritis pain and stiffness – evidence review
When essential oils are applied topically – ie gently massaged into the skin – they appear to be helpful as an add-on treatment in reducing pain and stiffness in musculoskeletal disorders says new research.
Gut issues could aggravate osteoarthritis says new research
Osteoarthritis could be made worse when inflammation is induced by an immune response due to the disruption of the delicate balance within the gut bacteria.
Retinoic acid may treat hand osteoarthritis
Retinoic acid could soon play a key anti-inflammatory role in hand osteoarthritis outlines leading arthritis charity, Versus Arthritis. A nutrient made from vitamin A, retinoic acid is needed by the body in small amounts to function and stay healthy.
Transitioning from paediatric to adult rheumatology services: Dr Jenny Humphreys highlights what is involved
Arthritis is usually considered a disease which affects older people, so it can come as a surprise that it also impacts some children from a very young age.
