Bones, joints and muscles – articles and advice
Arthritis
Read features and advice on musculoskeletal health, arthritis, injuries and pain management. For clinical details, visit our Patient Information Leaflets on bones, joints and muscles.
Arthritis
Achy joints? Stiff fingers? Arthritis comes in many forms but help is available. Understand what’s happening and what treatments can help you feel better.
- What's the difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis?
- What it's really like to live with gout
- What it's like to be a young person with arthritis
- Gout diet: foods to eat and avoid
- The best exercises to try if you have arthritis
- What foods are good for arthritis?
- What can you do to help prevent arthritis?
Back and spine
Back pain can stop you in your tracks. Discover what’s behind your discomfort and the steps you can take to ease it and get moving again.
- When should you worry about neck pain?
- Video: Neck pain exercises
- How to treat neck pain triggered by moving your head
Back pain
- Bad posture: how to defeat the 'COVID slump'
- When to worry about back pain
- The best ways to relieve neck, back and shoulder pain at home
- Can a standing desk really help your back pain?
- Video: Back pain exercises
- The best exercises for back pain
- How to get back pain under control
- Everyday activities that can cause back pain
- How to avoid neck, shoulder and back pain while working from home
- Back pain: is it stress or an injury?
- How to relieve sciatica pain
Joint problems
Painful joints can limit your movement and comfort. Explore what causes joint problems and which treatments or exercises can help restore mobility.
Knee pain
Knees take a lot of strain. Find out what causes knee pain, from injuries to arthritis, and the best ways to relieve it and stay active.
Limb weakness and numbness
Weakness or numbness in arms or legs can signal nerve or circulation issues. Learn possible causes and when to seek medical attention.
Muscle problems
Muscle aches, cramps or loss of strength? Discover the common causes and how to ease discomfort and regain your mobility and function.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis weakens bones silently. Learn who’s at risk, how to diagnose it early, and which lifestyle changes and treatments strengthen your bones.
Sports injuries
Active lifestyle? Sports injuries can slow you down. From sprains to fractures, discover prevention tips, recovery strategies, and when to seek treatment.