Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis can make your joints feel stiff and painful. But there are treatments that can help.

Osteoarthritis causes pain and stiffness in joints. Symptoms may be helped by exercises, some physical devices and treatments, and losing weight if you are overweight. Paracetamol will often ease symptoms. Other medicines are sometimes advised. The food supplements glucosamine, chondroitin and avocado/soybean help in some cases. Joint replacement surgery is an option for severe cases.