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Medicinal cannabis: what you need to know
There is a lot of interest in the use of cannabis as a medicine. You, or someone you know, may be considering using medicinal cannabis and have questions about medicinal cannabis products, such as: How and in what situations can they be used? Is medicinal cannabis legal? Where can it be accessed? Key points Medicinal…
Fighting Fatigue? Tips to help
What is fatigue? Fatigue is a feeling of both physical and mental tiredness. It is often described as exhaustion or a lack of energy, and can make everyday tasks seem impossible. Many people with arthritis experience fatigue, no matter what they have been doing or how much sleep they get. There are many possible causes…
Dedicated websites for your condition
Arthritis Australia’s condition-specific websites provide tools and information to help you learn about osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and back pain. Access them using the links below. This website can help you relieve the symptoms of joint pain or osteoarthritis (OA) and help you lead a more active and pain-free life. Do…
Stand up & move – your joints will thank you
Current research demonstrates that sedentary work and lifestyle behaviours have a profoundly negative affect on our health status; the message is loud and clear – sitting at your desk or on your couch for extended periods may now be seen as a high risk activity. While sedentary occupations or activities may not necessarily be exposed…
Medication Resources
There are many safe and effective medical treatments for arthritic conditions. If you would like further information on a medication you are taking, a new medication that you are starting (or one that has been suggested) we have compiled a list of information resources that you may find helpful. Australian Rheumatology Association The ARA has…
Efficacy of CBD for chronic pain & joint disease
This particular Research Review will use a variety of studies and study reviews to summarise answers for the following questions about Cannabidiol (CBD). What is CBD? How does it work for chronic pain and arthritis? Is CBD better than common mainstream pain medications (e.g., NSAIDs, Opioids)? Are there any side effects of CBD? Are there…
What is distraction therapy (for pain)?
Fool your brain, replace your pain What is Distraction? Diverting attention away (i.e., distraction) from feelings and thoughts of pain is a common and well researched pain-coping strategy. Its effects are variable across individuals, however, those who report high levels of pain catastrophising are known to benefit best from distraction. Distraction means shifting or moving…
Pros and Cons of Cortisone Injections
Injections of Intra-articular corticosteroids (IACSs), usually combined with analgesics, are commonly performed to treat pain related to osteoarthritis (OA) e.g., hip and knee OA. While they are common, they are not without their risks. I will go on to talk about these in a moment, however first, it’s important to understand they should only be…
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