A GP’s guide to hip and knee arthritis
Arthritis is a significant health concern in Australia, affecting over 2.5 million people and accounting for more than $20 billion annually in healthcare costs. Read More...
osteoarthritis
What causes osteoarthritis?
Researchers in the US and Japan have discovered a new mechanism which leads to the joint deterioration associated with osteoarthritis. Read More...
WA event: update on managing osteoarthritis of the knee
The Perth-based event is led by Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA, and is open to all AHPRA-registered GPs, Nurses, Allied Health Professionals. Only 8 spots left! Read More...
Knee osteoarthritis – joint damage or joint health
“It’s bone on bone…caused by wear and tear”, This is the common understanding of knee osteoarthritis (OA) affecting 9% of Australians. However, common misconceptions about knee OA negatively influence clinicians’ referral to, and patients’ acceptance of, nonsurgical management. Australian GPs are three times more likely to refer patients with knee OA for surgical opinion, than nonsurgical management. Read More...
Feet for a lifetime
Imagine waking up tomorrow and find it difficult to walk, or you suffered immense pain in your feet with any extended walking. Daily life becomes a challenge with even the simplest of tasks. Read More...